Natural History and Quassia amara

What is the Gilded Canopy known for?

• Its collection of rare gemstones

• Its botanical ceiling panels

• Its historical paintings

• Its ancient sculptures

Who was Graman Kwasi?

• A Dutch explorer

• A Swedish botanist

• A British merchant

• A former enslaved Ghanaian healer

What was the significance of Kwasi's secret formula?

• It was a method for growing cotton

• It was a medicinal tea that treated infections

• It was a recipe for a popular dessert

• It was a technique for painting botanical panels

How did Quassia amara impact European medicine?

• It was used to create perfumes

• It was used as a dye for textiles

• It was a key ingredient in European cuisine

• It was praised for suppressing vomiting and fever

What legacy did Graman Kwasi leave in Suriname?

• He became a famous artist

• He was a renowned military leader

• He was known as a leading medicine man

• He established a large plantation