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King's American Dispensatory, 1898: Ficus (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18) |
 | | While young, the fig abounds, like the trunk and branches, with a milky, aromatic, acrid juice, destitute of sweetness; but as it matures, sugar and mucilage are formed, and the acridity disappears. |
 | | Figs are generally dried in the sun, sometimes in ovens, and are packed in baskets or drums. |
 | | Figs that retain their natural form somewhat, not having been compressed in packing, are known as natural figs, while another commercial variety is known as pulled figs, on account of having been rendered supple by kneading. |
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