A genus of tropical trees native to Southeast Asia, valued for their oil-bearing seeds that produce a drying oil used in paints and varnishes.
From Greek 'elaion' (oil) and 'kokkos' (berry or grain), referring to the oily berry-like fruits that characterize this genus.
Elaeococca seeds produce a special oil called tung oil that's so effective at creating waterproof finishes that it's still used today in high-quality wood stains and aircraft coatings!
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