Ceroxyle

/ˈsɛrəksaɪl/ noun

Definition

A genus of palm trees native to South America that produces a wax used for making candles and polishes.

Etymology

From Greek 'keros' (wax) and 'xylon' (wood), literally meaning 'wax-wood,' referring to the wax-producing palm tree.

Kelly Says

Ceroxyle palms are so rare that they're almost extinct, but the wax they produce is so high-quality that indigenous peoples have used it for centuries to make the most brilliant candles and polishes!

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