Mastic Tree (Pistacia lentiscus)
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Scientific Name: Pistacia lentiscus — Mastic Tree.
Native Home: Mediterranean region and Canary Islands.
Height: Usually 6–15 ft (2–5 m), sometimes taller.
Lifespan: Can live for several centuries.
Uses and Harvesting
Mastic Resin: Aromatic resin is the main valuable product.
Harvesting: Small cuts are made in the bark, allowing resin droplets to harden before collection.
Products: Mastic gum, flavorings, cosmetics, perfumes and traditional medicines.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Mastic resin has been used around the Mediterranean for thousands of years.
Global Spread: Mainly cultivated and harvested in Mediterranean regions, particularly Greece.
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