Spinifex resin

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Description

A perennial grass of the genus Triodia native to arid regions of Australia. Spinifex resin is obtained from the base of the stem. It melts to form a black putty-like material.

Synonyms and Related Terms

triodia resin

Resources and Citations

  • Sue Gatenby, Contributed information, 17 June 1992 (letter with sample of reference material)
  • The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998