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Types of Oleoresins: Canada Balsam and Asafetida

In this article we will discuss about the Canada balsam and asafetida types of oleoresins. Type # 1. Canada Balsam: Botanical Name: Abies balsamea Family: Pinaceae 1. This is an oleoresin, obtained from a coniferous plant (Abies balsamea). 2. On the bark of the stem, the resin collects in small amounts in elongated blisters. 3. The balsam is a yellowish [...]

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10 Main Types of Condiments

Here is a list of ten main types of condiments: 1. Ginger 2. Black Pepper 3. Cinnamon 4. Turmeric 5. Cloves 6. Cardamom 7. Coriander 8. Chillies 9. Cumin 10. Fennel. Type # 1. Ginger (Hindi – Adarak): Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale Rose. Family: Zingiberaceae. 1. It is an important condiment obtained from underground parts of the plant. 2. It [...]

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4 Types of Nuts | Economic Botany

The following points highlight the top four types of nuts. The types are: 1. Coconut 2. Cashew Nut 3. Walnut 4. Almond. Type # 1. Coconut (Hindi – Nariyal): Botanical Name: Cocos nucifera L. Family: Paltnae or Arecaceae 1. Because of its many uses coconut tree in India is called Kalpa Vriksh, i.e., tree of heavens. 2. Fruit of the [...]

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