May live more than 200 years. In more than 30 countries with lowland tropical climates, including Florida and southern California. Oil from seeds repels more than 200 species of insects. Bark, leaves, flowers and seeds are used to treat illnesses, including leprosy, diabetes, ulcers, skin disorders and constipation. Oil is potent spermicide.
Oil is used to light lamps.
Fruit pulp is used to make methane. Wood is hard, grows fast and repels termites. Can be cut for timber in 5-7 years. Oil is used for nail polish. Copyright 1998 Gannet Newspapers.