Camphor—A Fumigant during the Black Death and a Coveted Fragrant Wood in Ancient Egypt and Babylon—A Review
The fragrant camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) and its products, such as camphor oil, have been coveted since ancient times. Having a rich history of traditional use, it was particularly used as a fumigant during the era of the Black Death and considered as a valuable ingredient in both perfume and...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2013-05-01
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| Series: | Molecules |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/18/5/5434 |