Tetraclinis articulata
(Vahl) Mast.
Arartree
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Description
A Mediterranean tree in the cypress family that exudes aromatic resin. The resin is a key product of this species.
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Edible Uses
The resin is distilled into an oil used for flavouring alcoholic drinks. The gum and leaves can be used to make a drink.
Traditional Uses
The resin is distilled into an oil used for flavouring alcoholic drinks. Caution: Alcohol is a cause of cancer.
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Known Hazards
Alcohol is a cause of cancer.
Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Australia, Europe, Greece, Mediterranean, Morocco,
Also Known As
Aaraar, Sandarac
References (5)
- Burdock,
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 89
- Ghanimi, R., et al, 2022, Ethnobotanical study on wild edible plants traditionally used by Messiwa people, Morocco. Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine. 18:16
- INFOODSUpdatedFGU-list.xls
- J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 14:250. 1892
