What is another word for cinchona bark?
Pronunciation: [sɪnt͡ʃˈə͡ʊnə bˈɑːk] (IPA) 
Cinchona bark is a well-known medicinal substance that was used by the ancient Incas to cure various ailments. It is also commonly known as quinine bark as it contains quinine, a potent antimalarial drug. Apart from these names, cinchona bark is also referred to by other synonyms such as Jesuit's bark, Peruvian bark, or fever tree bark due to its effectiveness in treating fever and other diseases such as arthritis, stomach problems, and malaria. Additionally, it has been historically referred to as Countess powder or China bark due to its origin in South America, particularly Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia. This bark has played a significant role in ancient traditional medicine, and its use continues today to combat various illnesses.
