give an example of Tannin yielding plant
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An example of tannin yielding plant is: Eucalyptus.
Explanation:
- The Genus Eucalyptus belongs to the Myrtaceae Family.
- Tannin is produced in the bark of the these plants.
- They are composed of water soluble chains of phenol groups and also found in association with proteins.
- These tannin have anti-oxidant properties and help the plants to deter infection by micro-organisms.
- The presence of tannin in the bark of certain plants also inhibits many animals from consuming those plants.
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