| Edible [1] | May be edible. See the Plants For A Future link below for details. | | Flower Type [1] | Hermaphrodite | | Lifespan [1] | Perennial | | Pollinators [1] | Insects, Lepidoptera | | Scent [1] | The whole plant, especially when bruised, has an unpleasant smell like stale fish. | | Structure [2] | Herb | | Usage [1] | A gum-resin is obtained from incisions in the roots and rhizomes; The stem is removed at the end of the growing season, the root uncovered and a thin slice removed; Another report says that the stem is removed as the plant starts to flower; The gum exudes and hardens and a fresh slice is then made; The gum should be stored in an air-tight container to prevent its strong flavour contaminating nearby substances; The gum is a source of an essential oil which has medicinal properties and is also used as a food flavouring and in perfumery; |  | | Height [1] | 6.56 feet (2 m) | | Width [1] | 4.92 feet (1.5 m) |
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