What is another word for Palaquium Gutta?
Pronunciation: [pˈalɐkwˌɪəm ɡˈʌtə] (IPA) 
Palaquium Gutta is the scientific name of the tree that produces the gum known as gutta-percha. This gum has various synonyms depending on the country and the specific application. In Singapore and Malaysia, it is commonly referred to as "getah perca" or "getah ombak". In the medical field, it is known as "chloropercha" when mixed with chlorine to disinfect root canals. It is also commonly used in dentistry as a filling material or adhesive under the names "gutta percha points" or "gutta percha pellets". Other synonyms include "gutta puyung" in Indonesia and "yunnan rubber" in China.
