Bixa orellana, also known as achiote, is a shrub native to Central America. Bixa
orellana is grown in many countries worldwide.The tree is best known as the
source of annatto, a natural orange-red condiment (also called achiote or bijol)
obtained from the waxy arils that cover its seeds.
Bixa orellana is a perennial, tall shrub that can reach 6–10 m (20–33 ft) high. It
bears clusters of 5 cm (2 in) bright white or pink flowers, resembling single wild
roses, that appear at the tips of the branches.
Used part-Seeds.
Medicinal uses of Sindoor plants-Traditionally the red orange colour of this
plant has used as a cosmetic by the tribals. In Indian system of medicines
especially in Ayurveda the bitter, cold, dark brown bark is prescribed for curing
blood diseases, headache, phlegm, high fever and gonorrhoea. The leaves
of Sinduri are used as blood purifier.