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Inulin primarily originates from various plants, especially those rich in fructans. Below are some of the main sources of inulin:

1. Asteraceae Family:

Chicory: Chicory root is one of the most traditional and primary sources of inulin powder. Chicory roots are rich in inulin, with content that can exceed 70% of its dry weight. Through extraction and purification processes, high-purity inulin powder can be obtained from chicory roots.

Jerusalem Artichoke: Also known as sunchoke, it is another important source of inulin. The tubers of Jerusalem artichoke contain abundant inulin, making it an ideal material for inulin extraction.

2. Other Plants:

Some plants of the Gentianaceae family also contain inulin in their roots, although the content may not be as high as in chicory and Jerusalem artichoke.

Certain plants in the Campanulaceae family, such as Platycodon grandiflorum (balloon flower), have also been reported to contain inulin, but their significance as an inulin source is relatively low.

Garlic and some other Allium species also contain a certain amount of inulin, although it is not a major component in these plants.

3. Microbial Fermentation:

Besides direct extraction from plants, inulin can also be produced through microbial fermentation. For example, certain yeasts and bacteria can synthesize inulin via glycosyl transfer reactions using substrates like sucrose. However, this method is less commonly used in industrial applications, as direct extraction from inulin-rich plants is more cost-effective.

4. Commercial Products:

There are also many commercial inulin products available in the market. These products are usually extracted and purified from plant sources like chicory roots or Jerusalem artichoke tubers. They are widely used in food, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical industries as dietary fiber, prebiotics, or functional food ingredients.

The primary sources of inulin are plants from the Asteraceae family, especially the roots of chicory and the tubers of Jerusalem artichoke, which are rich in inulin and serve as ideal materials for extraction and preparation.