Garcinia Pictoria
A fatty matter known as gamboge butter is procured from the seeds of this tree in Mysore. They are pounded in a stone mortar, then boiled till the butter or oil rises to the surface. It is used as a l...
A fatty matter known as gamboge butter is
procured from the seeds of this tree in Mysore. They are pounded
in a stone mortar, then boiled till the butter or oil rises to the
surface. It is used as a lamp oil, and sometimes in food.
Share this guide
Help another gardener grow something good.
Related guides
Zephyranthes (Swamp Lilies)
Plant on a warm border in a rathersandy, well-drained soil. Give protection in severe weather, and supply with water during the growing season. Take up and divide every second or third year. The flowe...
Zea Japonica Variegata (Striped Japanese Maize)
A fine half-hardyannual ornamental grass, the foliage being striped green and white, and growing to the height of 3 ft. The cultivation is the same as the foregoing.
Zea (Indian Corn)
This is best raised in a hotbed early in spring,but it will germinate in ordinary soil in May. It requires a sunny situation. Height, 2 ft. to 3 ft.