The Grocer’s Encyclopedia
Artemas Ward’s Encyclopedia of Foods and Beverages — New York, 1911

BENGAL QUINCE or Elephant Apple

an Indian fruit of the citrus family, with smooth yellow rind and pulpy flesh of excellent flavor. A yellow dye is sometimes made from the rind, and the roots, bark and unripe fruit are locally used for medicinal purposes.

← BENEDICTINEAll “B” entriesBENZINE →