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Chayote

Sechium edule

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Fruit

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Skin lightening. Antioxidant. Anti-aging. Photoprotection. Remineralizing. Antimicrobial.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Tropical America

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Diuretic. Depurative. In cases of urinary tract infection. Antihypertensive. Treatment of bronchitis and cold.

Curiosities

Curiosities

The fruit and roots are used as a vegetable for human consumption.

Provital products

Provital products