Cascarilla Bark and Leaves

Cascarilla, scientifically known as Croton eluteria, is a small tree that is found throughout The Bahamas and other Caribbean region. It is used medicinally in the Bahamas to treat issues of digestion and flu as well as in cosmetics. The bark is also used as a flavouring of the liquor Campari.

Phytochemicals include:

2-nonanone, b-Bourbonenee, Vanillin, Thujene, o-Cymene, D-Germacrene, a-pinene, D-Limonene, Phenolic Acid, Gentisic Acid, D-Limonene

Phytochemical benefits include:

Flavoring and aroma agent, antioxidant, antidiabetic, sedative, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, cosmetic usage, insect repellent, production of vanillin, dyes, anticarcinogenic, soaps, perfumes and improves digestion.

Please consult your doctor before using Cascarilla to treat any ailment. For more information on the benefits of Cascarilla and specific information about the phytochemicals, read the full botanical research study conducted by The University of The Bahamas on Behalf of Bahamas Botanicals.