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Tragacanth
Gond katira · گوند کتیرا
Astragalus spp.Fabaceae
A plant gum exuded by several Astragalus species and sold as gond katira.
PLANTAE SPECIMENAstragalus spp.
stem exudate / gum
Roots & botanicals11 / 59
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01Source plantTragacanthSpiny perennial shrub or herb
02Useful partsstem exudate / gumIdentity before claims
03Current formsdried gumDerived from the present catalogue
04Products1 connectedLive price and availability below
GROW & CARE GUIDE
What tragacanth needs to grow
A practical orientation for Pakistan and Punjab conditions—not a replacement for verified cultivar, local extension or farm advice.
Season & setting
Perennial botanical crop; establishment and dormancy vary by species and source region.
How to start
Use authenticated nursery or propagation material. A powdered root, gum or cosmetic oil is not planting material.
Light
Match exposure to the verified species; most need bright outdoor conditions.
Soil
Free-draining soil with fertility and pH adjusted to the identified species.
Water
Keep new plants evenly moist, then follow the species' mature drought or moisture tolerance.
Harvest
Do not harvest roots, bark or gum until plants are mature and a sustainable method is known.
FIELD NOTE
Botanical identity comes first. Verify species, source, climate fit and legal or conservation requirements before growing.
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The gum swells in water. Follow preparation directions, use enough fluid and seek advice for swallowing difficulty or medicines.
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- Traditional use is not automatically scientific evidence.
- Food, cosmetic, garden and medicinal contexts are not interchangeable.
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