What is another word for gumbo-limbo?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌmbə͡ʊlˈɪmbə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Gumbo-limbo is a tree that is commonly found in the Caribbean, Central and South America. While gumbo-limbo is a unique and interesting name for this tree, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe it. Some of the common synonyms for gumbo-limbo include the tourist tree, naked Indian, copperwood, and the Cuban bast. The tourist tree name originates from its red bark, which peels like a sunburnt skin after becoming exposed to the sun. Naked Indian refers to the tree's smooth trunk, which is similar to the skin of Native Americans. Copperwood and Cuban bast both reference the tree's valuable and useful wood.
