Palo Mulato (Gumbo Limbo) | Skin Healing & Anti-Inflammatory Aid

The Remedy:

🌱 Other Names: Palo Mulato, Gumbo-Limbo, Tourist Tree, Indio Desnudo, Copperwood, West Indian Birch, Palo Jiote, Chaca, Latin: Bursera simaruba, Regional: Árbol del Indio (Mexico & Central America), Almácigo (Caribbean), Naked Indian Tree

✨ Key Benefits:

🛡️ Antimicrobial Properties – Traditionally used topically for wounds, cuts, and skin irritations to prevent infections
🔥 Anti-inflammatory Effects – Helps soothe arthritis, joint pain, and inflammatory skin conditions
💧 Digestive Health – Used in folk medicine for stomachaches, diarrhea, and intestinal balance
🌱 Antioxidant Support – Contains compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress
🌬️ Respiratory Relief – Infusions sometimes used for colds, coughs, and bronchial conditions

📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:

• Topical washes or poultices for wound care and skin rashes

• Decoctions for digestive upsets and stomach complaints

• Folk remedy for fever, colds, and respiratory discomfort

🌼 Herbal Combinations:

Aloe Vera → Enhances wound-healing and skin repair
Guaco → Strengthens respiratory benefits and immune support
Chamomile → Adds digestive and calming synergy

🧴 Available Forms:

• Bark / Cut & Sifted

• Decoction / Infusion

• Powder

• Tincture / Extract