What is another word for Cecropia Peltata?
Pronunciation: [sɛkɹˈə͡ʊpi͡ə pɛltˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Cecropia peltata, commonly known as trumpet tree, snake wood or ambay pump, is a deciduous tree species found in tropical climates. It is characterized by its unique trumpet-shaped leaves. There are a few synonyms for this species such as ambay pump, Imbauba, yarumo, and embauba. The tree is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments from fever to respiratory disease. The soft wood of the tree is often used to make paper pulp and in the production of furniture. Cecropia peltata is an important ecological species as it helps in the reforestation of land that has been cleared and is susceptible to erosion.
