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Gum Arabic
Acacia senegal
Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Industrial Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 11+)
When to Sow: Anytime Ease of Germination: Moderate
Source of important resin. Has protective, soothing effect on inflamed mucous membranes. Used in lozenges for sore throat and cough, and for diarrhea and dysentery. In the food industry it is used as a stabilizer, emulsifier and flavour fixative, and it is common in chewing gum and candy. Tropical shrub or small tree with pale yellow fragrant flowers. Suited for indoor pot culture.
H3048 Bulk dried gum powder $13.00/100g, $92.00/1000g
Currency: United States Dollar

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