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Opopanax chironium Opopanax (1 Page of 5) The Opopanax chironium plant species is found in S. Europe. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Opopanax. Some home gardeners know the variety as Malabaila opopanax. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Opopanax chironium Common Name: Opopanax Family: Umbelliferae Author: (L.)Koch. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 1.8 Mature Width: Habitat: Stony ground, olive groves, vineyards etc[45].
General Uses: A gum is obtained through incisions in the roots at the base of the stems[4]. It is used in perfumery[1, 46, 61] and also in medicines[171]. The gum is inflammable, burning brightly[4].
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