Peruvian bark

English

Etymology

From the origin of cinchonaceous trees in the forests of Peru.

Noun

Peruvian bark (uncountable)

1. (now chiefly historical) Cinchona bark, chiefly as used in medicine. [from 17th c.]
   • 1789 January 17, Hester Thrale Piozzi, Thraliana:

     [H]e will soon begin to like & wish for this refreshment, & will with the use of Peruvian Bark & Steel, regain his Tranquillity of Mind & Body.