[Distribution] ： It can be found growing wild in the southwest area of Shan'xi province.

Appearance: Light brown fine powder.

[Plant Ingredient] ： It contains saponins, flavones, polysaccharides, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals,

including many essential trace elements. Among these, the saponins are the most important of the effective components which is very similar in quality to ginseng.

[Product Content] ： NLT80%, 90% or 98% Gypenosides

[Action and Uses] ； There it is indicated for anti-inflammation, detoxification, cough remedy, as an expectorant and as a chronic bronchitis remedy. Other traditional uses as a medicine have been anecdotally said to be for heart palpitation and for fatigue syndromes.It sometimes called “Southern Ginseng”, since it grows in south central China and because of its similarity to ginseng in chemical composition and function. It is also praised as xiancao, “herb of immortality”, due to its many health-giving qualities and anti-aging effects.

Identification: TLC test shows the evident spot of Gypenosides A
HPLC test shows that it complies to the standard.

Examinations: Loss on drying ：

•  NMT5%
2 ） Ash: NMT 5%
3 ） Heavy metals: NMT20ppm
4 ） Pesticide residue: NMT 10ppm
5 ） Solvent residue: NMT 0.5%
6 ） Partical size: 100% thru 80 mesh
7 ） Product content: NLT 98% Gypenosides by UV

Microbiological Tests ： Total plate count : ＜ 1000CFU/gm
E.coli. Negative
Salmonelia Negative
Yeast & Mold ＜ 100CFU/gm

Storage ： Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

Shelf life ： Two years if properly stored.

Package ： 25 Kg/drum, inner package: double-layer aluminum foil bag; outer package: fiberboard drum.