Botanical Name: Acacia senegal

Also Known As: gum acacia, meska 

General Info: Comes from the sap of several species of African Acacia trees. 

Uses: A water soluble gum, it is used as a thickener, stabilizer and emulsifier in foods. Acacia gum is used in a variety of products ranging from ink to ice cream. Acacia gum forms strings when combined with cherry extract. Also used to make water color paints and incense.

Medicinal Properties: In herbal medicine, the gum is used to bind pills and lozenges and to stabilize emulsions. It is also used to produce a medium for applying essential oils, balsams, resins, camphor, and musk.

Magical Uses & Associations: In magic is may be used for protection, money, love, friendship, psychic and spiritual growth, and also in meditations.

Form: powder

Scent: no noticeable scent

Origin: Africa

Precautions: No known precautions. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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