What is another word for Genus Astronium?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs astɹˈə͡ʊni͡əm] (IPA) 
Genus Astronium is a tree species native to South America known for its strong and durable timber. It is also referred to as the Antarctic Beech or the Southern Beech due to its resemblance to the Beech trees found in the Northern Hemisphere. Another synonym for this species is the Brazilian Pepper Tree, due to its similar appearance to the pepper tree found in certain parts of Brazil. In Brazil, the species is also known as Gonçalo Alves, while in Spanish-speaking countries it is referred to as the Incienso. The tree is also sometimes referred to as the Tartaruga due to the pattern on its bark resembling a turtle shell.
