Mastic Tree | The Healing Heritage of the Mediterranean
Mastic tree is one of the rare plants of the Mediterranean climate and has been known as a source of healing for people for centuries. This tree, whose scientific name is Pistacia lentiscus, grows especially in the Chios Island of Greece and the Aegean Region of Turkey. The mastic tree is famous for its unique aromatic resin, and this resin is called "gum mastic". Mastic gum is widely used both in the kitchen and in the health field. In this article, we will discover the properties, growing conditions and benefits of the mastic tree.
