The common name, Lignum vitae (tree of life or wood of life), comes from its historic medicinal use as a remedy for conditions from arthritis to coughs to syphilis. These uses caused over harvesting, reducing native populations to the point that Lignum vitae is now listed as "Endangered" by IUCN (The World Conservation Union). It is native to most of the Caribbean (including Key West)
Perennial. 3 gallon pot. Grown by Wise Hands.
This is a Live Plant. At this time, we are unable to ship live plants, and are for local pick up from St. Pete, Florida only.
