Plant Gum Exudates of the World

Plant Gum Exudates of the World: Sources, Distributions, Properties, and Applications is the most extensive collection of plant gum exudates in print, containing information on both well-established exudates and newer ones. It not only introduces an array of exudates never before described or reviewed, but also classifies gums according to their botanical taxonomy. This readily accessible book also supplies color plates of exudates in their natural environment along with relevant botanical parts. Each entry includes: Botanical nameCommon and vernacular gum namesGeographical distribution informationAppearance and color descriptionsWater solubility informationChemical characteristicsStructural featuresPhysical and physicochemical propertiesCommercial availabilityIndustrial and food applicationsSynonyms of and uses for the producing tree or shrub