Garcinia hanburyi (gum resin)
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Cambodia (gum resin) (Garcinia hanburii) H. Guttiferae.
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.
Reported Adulterants Not generally adulterated.
Source: Schneider, A. (1921) The Microanalysis of Powdered Vegetable Drugs, 2nd ed. [1]
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