Zantedeschia /ËzÃ¦ntáµ»ËdÉskiÉ/[4] is a genus of 8 species of herbaceous, perennial, flowering plants in the family Araceae, native to southern Africa from South Africa north to Malawi. The genus has been introduced on all continents except Antarctica.
Functions: Stearic Acid is a fatty acid found primarily in animal derivatives, but in vegetable fats as well. It is used in a variety of cosmetics and personal care products, as a fragrance ingredient, surfactant and emulsifier.
Description. Stearic acid is an odorless, colorless, wax-like fatty acid that is commonly found in natural vegetable and animal fats. It is also found in cocoa butter fat. Stearic acid can either be in flakes or in powder form.tearic has a molecular weight of 284.48 amu and a freezing point of 157F. It can be considered as part of a vegan diet. History and Origin. Stearic Acid is the most common saturated fatty acid that is present in most animal and vegetable fats and oils.