MORE fruitful gifts from Desmond Tate?s book, ?Tropical Fruit?:

Malay apple (macopa). In Cambodia, the Malay apple is used to treat fever, and its root is used to manage edema and as a diuretic. In Brazil, constipation, diabetes, headache, cough and other pulmonary complaints are treated with various parts of the plant. Due to their antibiotic content, the fruit, seeds, bark and leaves are said to be effective for ailments of the respiratory system and for high blood pressure.

Tamarind. Rich in vitamin C, the tamarind has many medicinal benefits. Its usefulness to cure fever and as a laxative is known universally. In various combinations, its pulp, leaves and flowers are applied on painful and swollen joints. It?s used as a gargle for sore throats. As a drink, it brings relief from sun stroke. Its bark is used as a traditional remedy for boil, ulcer and sores. When heated, its juice is used to treat conjunctivitis. It?s also a great cleanser of brass, copper and other metals.