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Latest revision as of 15:50, 6 April 2016
Mucilage is a thick, gluey substance produced by nearly all plants and some microorganisms.
Description
Mucilage is a polar glycoprotein and an exopolysaccharide.
Mucilage in plants
Mucilage in plants plays a role in the storage of water and food, seed germination, and thickening membranes.
Cacti (and other succulents) and flax seeds especially are rich sources of mucilage.
See also
External links
- Mucilage @ Wikipedia
