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Populin

Populin \Pop"u*lin\, n. [L. populus poplar: cf. F. populine.] (Chem.) A glycoside, related to salicin, found in the bark of certain species of the poplar ( Populus), and extracted as a sweet white crystalline substance.

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populin

n. (context organic compound English) A glycoside, related to salicin, found in the bark of certain species of the poplar (''Populus'').

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Populin

Populin is a glucoside occurring in the bark, buds and leaves of certain species of poplar. The alkaline cleavage of populin produces benzoate and the glucoside salicin.

Usage examples of "populin".

The White or Aspen Poplar is a common tree, and contains active principles termed Populin and Salicin, both of which are tonic.