The term 'Gum-Yielding Tree' refers to two species of trees, ACACIA and Sapota. ACACIA is a genus of shrubs and trees belonging to the subfamily Mimosoideae of the family Fabaceae, native to Africa, Australia, and the Middle East. Sapota, also known as chiku, is a tropical fruit tree native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Both ACACIA and Sapota produce gum, which is used in various products such as food, medicine, and cosmetics.