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    Which tree produces dehydroglaucine and liriodenine in its heartwood as a means to protect itself from micro-organisms?

    Question #81596. Asked by tragic_flawed. (Jun 06 07 6:40 PM)


    mutchisman

    		The yellow poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera L) produces dehydroglaucine and liriodenine in its heartwood, which is used to protect itself. These are also collected and utilised by pharmaceutical companies.

    http://www.cnr.vt.edu/dendro/dendrology/syllabus/factsheet.cfm?ID=54

    http://www.freepatentsonline.com/4093717.html

    Jun 06 07, 11:59 PM

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