How is "chaya" called in different countries?
Most commonly refers to:
Cnidoscolus aconitifolius
Limited data
This plant is partially mapped from regional name data.
Most common globally
This score reflects global agreement, regional dominance, and frequency of use across countries.
Common names: Chaya · Chaya de monte · Cnidoscolus aconitifolius (Mill.) I.M. Johnst. · Tsi'ints'inchay (Maya)
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Safety information
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Frequently asked questions
- Is chaya always the same plant?
- Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.
- What is chaya in a given country?
- It varies by country and language. Use the region selector on this page to bias results toward name records from that area, then rely on the scientific name for a stable ID.
- Which scientific species are linked to chaya?
- Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.
- Is chaya used in traditional remedies?
- Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.
- Is chaya safe?
- Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.
Evidence
‘chaya’ is a common plant name in this index, with linked species shown below.
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