PICHURIM BEANS
\pˈɪt͡ʃjʊɹɪm bˈiːnz], \pˈɪtʃjʊɹɪm bˈiːnz], \p_ˈɪ_tʃ_j_ʊ_ɹ_ɪ_m b_ˈiː_n_z]\
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The seed, which grows in Brazil, Guiana, Venezuela, and other parts of South America. They are of an elliptical shape; flat on one side, convex on the other; of an aromatic odour between that of nutmegs and sassafras, and of a spicy, pungent taste. The medical properties are the same as those of other aromatics. For the bark, see Pecburim cortex.
By Robley Dunglison
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