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Laretia acaulis
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The Laretia acaulis plant species is found in S. America - Chilean Andes. It is a member of the family.

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Latin Name:  Laretia acaulis
Family:
Author:  Gill.&Hook.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

General Uses: A resin obtained from the stem can be used as a substitute for Galbanum (obtained from Ferula spp.)[61]. Galbanum has the following used:- The aromatic gum resin 'Galbanum' is obtained from wounds made in the stem[4]. It is collected by removing soil from around the top of the root and then cutting a slice off the root[64, 238] and can also be obtained from incisions made in the stem[238]. It is used medicinally and is also an ingredient of incense[1, 64, 171, 238].

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