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Which tree species has the most famous naturally occurring resin?
Quick Answer
The pistachio family includes the mastic tree, famous for its resin called mastic. It has been harvested on the Greek island of Chios for centuries.
The Full Story
The mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus) is famous for producing mastic resin, a traditional natural gum used in food, medicine, and varnish. The most renowned mastic is produced on the Greek island of Chios, where cultivation has a long history. This resin is a distinctive example of a tree product with strong cultural and commercial value. The tree itself is a Mediterranean evergreen shrub or small tree.
Key Facts
1.Species: Pistacia lentiscus
2.Produces mastic resin
3.Chios, Greece is the best-known production area
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