Gutta-Percha
Palaquium gutta
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Basic Information
Family: Sapotaceae
Genus: palaquium
Plant ID (slug): palaquium-gutta
Numeric ID: 22019
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Palaquium gutta is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Southeast Asia - Malaysia, Indonesia.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: The seeds contain a fat that is sometimes used for cooking[310 , 418 ].
Medicinal Uses
Odontalgic None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Palaquium gutta Gutta-Percha