Garcinia hanburyi (gum resin)
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Revision as of 17:16, 14 January 2011
Report Description as: Common-Name (Plant-Part) (scientific name).
General Characteristics The microscope reveals little that is characteristic. Fragments of vegetable tissue are sparingly present. There is no starch present. The emulsified particles resemble bacteria and show active Brownian movement.
Texture Brittle, easily powdered.
Color Bright yellow.
Scent Nearly odorless.
Flavor Slightly acrid.
Ash Content Ash should not exceed 1.5 per cent.
Source: The gum resin obtained from Garcinia Hanburii H., Guttiferae. [1]
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