Aleurites Moluccanus

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Aleurites Moluccanus

Description Aleurites Moluccanus, commonly known as the candlenut tree, is a tropical tree in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to the Pacific Islands and is widely cultivated for its nuts, which are used as a source of oil and food. The tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy. The leaves are large,…