guaiacum

• Sustantivo que designa una resina medicinal obtenida del árbol de guayaco (palo santo), así como la madera dura de color verde parduzco de los árboles del género Guaiacum.

A noun referring to a medicinal resin obtained from the lignum vitae tree, as well as the hard, greenish-brown wood of trees from the genus Guaiacum.

1. Medicinal resinC2formalmedical

   A resin obtained from the wood of the lignum vitae tree, historically used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

   Resina de guayaco

   • Guaiacum resin was once a popular remedy for rheumatism.
   • The pharmacist prepared a tincture from guaiacum.
   • In the 19th century, guaiacum was used to treat syphilis.

   Sinónimosguaiac

2. Hard woodC2formaltechnical

   A dense, greenish-brown wood from trees of the genus Guaiacum, known for its hardness and durability, often used in tool handles and bearings.

   Madera de guayaco

   • The ship's propeller shaft was made of guaiacum wood.
   • Guaiacum is one of the hardest woods in the world.
   • Craftsmen value guaiacum for its natural oils and strength.

   Sinónimoslignum vitae