What is another word for calisaya?
Pronunciation: [kˈalɪsˌe͡ɪə] (IPA) 
Calisaya is a term used to describe a type of South American tree that produces a bark commonly used to make quinine, which is used to treat malaria. Some synonyms for calisaya include chinchona, quina-quina, Jesuit's powder, and Peruvian bark. These terms all refer to the same tree and bark, but vary in usage and in the regions in which they are commonly used. The use of calisaya and its synonyms has a rich history in the treatment of malaria, and the bark has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Regardless of their names, the medicinal properties of calisaya and its derivatives continue to be used in modern medicine today.
