Endangered species
Breadnut is part of the sub-humid tropical forest species that have a high utilization potential, such as Guazuma ulmifolia and Enterolobium cyclocarpum. However, though Brosimum alicastrum is a multipurpose species used for its forage, edible fruits, wood and medicinal properties, it is disappearing at the expense of grassland in its native range (Sánchez-Velásquez et al., 2002).
Windshelter, shade provider and afforestation
Breadnut provides good shade and is a valuable windshelter for other crops (Burns et al., 1998). It could be used for afforestation in degraded woodlands (Vázquez Yanes et al., 1999).