Sagus Rumphii
This palm produces the sago of commerce, which is prepared from the soft inner portion of the trunk. It is obtained by cutting the trunk into small pieces, which are split and the soft substance scoop...
This palm produces the sago of commerce, which is
prepared from the soft inner portion of the trunk. It is obtained
by cutting the trunk into small pieces, which are split and the
soft substance scooped out and pounded in water till the starchy
substance separates and settles. This is sago meal; but before
being exported it is made into what is termed pearl sago. This is
a Chinese process, principally carried on at Singapore. The meal
is washed, strained, and spread out to dry; it is then broken up,
pounded, and sifted until it is of a regular size. Small
quantities being then placed in bags, these are shaken about until
it becomes granulated or pearled.
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