Taxon

Sideroxylon spinosum

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Common name: argan
Family: Sapotaceae (Sapodilla)
Synonym: Argania spinosa
Distribution: Morocco
Habitat: Arid areas
Life form: Evergreen tree
Usage: Edible oil, cosmetic, forage
Comments: In parts of Morocco, argan takes the place of the olive as a source of forage, edible oil, timber, and fuel in Berber society. The oil is more resistant to oxidation than olive oil, and globally fetches high prices as a cosmetic ingredient.
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