Parota Tree: Medicinal, Environmental, And Cultural Value
The Parota tree, Enterolobium cyclocarpum, belongs to the Fabaceae family and the Mimosoideae subfamily. Its active compounds, including saponins and flavonoids, exhibit antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it valuable in traditional medicine. As a nitrogen-fixing tree, it enhances soil fertility, and its shade tolerance makes it ideal for agroforestry. Scientific research at institutions like UNAM…