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Gloriosa superba
399.0 INR/Piece
Product Details:
- Features Natural tuber, wild-harvested, potent alkaloids (colchicine content), free from contaminants
- Extract Percentage Standardized up to 5-10% (varies by manufacturer)
- Product Type Herbal Extract/Plant Raw Material
- Botanical Name Gloriosa superba
- Extract Type Root/Tuber Extract
- Variety Wild/Organic (as per sourcing)
- Part Tubers/Roots
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Gloriosa superba Price And Quantity
- 50 Piece
- 399.0 INR/Piece
Gloriosa superba Product Specifications
- Above 95% (as per specification)
- Pure Gloriosa superba root extract
- 12-24 months when stored in a cool, dry place
- Gloriosa superba
- No - For pharmaceutical/ayurvedic and research use only
- Root/Tuber Extract
- Pharmaceuticals, ayurveda, research, veterinary remedies, pain management formulations
- Herbal Extract/Plant Raw Material
- User-defined or Bulk packaging available
- Powder or Whole Tuber
- Standardized up to 5-10% (varies by manufacturer)
- Tubers/Roots
- Natural tuber, wild-harvested, potent alkaloids (colchicine content), free from contaminants
- Earthy herbal aroma
- Wild/Organic (as per sourcing)
- 5.5 - 6.5
- Brownish to Light Yellow powder
- Solvent Extraction (Hydroalcoholic/Water/Ethanol)
- July - October
- Below 7%
- Colchicine, Gloriosine
- Toxic, handle with care
- 60-80 Mesh (for extract powder)
- Partially soluble in water; soluble in alcohol
- Not more than 2%
- Contact may cause skin irritation; use gloves
- Anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-helminthic, abortifacient (under strict regulation)
- 13021911 (Plant Extracts - India)
- Climbing plant with wavy-edged red and yellow flowers
- Store in airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture
Gloriosa superba Trade Information
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Product Description
Gloriosa superba (Kalihari / Glory Lily) Herbal Raw Material
Gloriosa superba, commonly known as Kalihari, Agnishikha, or Glory Lily, is a traditionally recognized medicinal plant belonging to the Colchicaceae family. It is a climbing herb found in tropical and subtropical regions and has a history of use in traditional herbal practices. The plant is also known for containing colchicine and related alkaloids, making it a specialized botanical raw material requiring careful handling and appropriate quality controls.
We offer quality Gloriosa superba suitable for B2B buyers, herbal and Ayurvedic manufacturers, botanical ingredient companies, research organizations, wholesalers, and exporters, subject to applicable safety, regulatory, and sourcing requirements. The raw material can be supplied in different forms and specifications according to buyer requirements.
What is Gloriosa superba?
Gloriosa superba, commonly known as Kalihari or Glory Lily, is a perennial climbing plant recognized by its distinctive flowers and tuberous underground structures. The tubers and seeds contain naturally occurring alkaloids, particularly colchicine and related compounds. Because of these potent constituents, Gloriosa superba is considered a specialized botanical material and should be handled only according to appropriate technical and regulatory requirements.
How is Kalihari typically processed?
Selected mature plant material is collected and carefully cleaned to remove soil and foreign matter. The relevant plant parts are processed under controlled conditions appropriate for the intended application. Depending on buyer requirements and regulatory specifications, the material may be supplied as dried tubers, tuber pieces, seeds, powder, or standardized botanical material.
Due to the naturally occurring colchicine content, processing and handling should be performed by qualified personnel with appropriate quality-control procedures.
What are the main uses and applications?
Gloriosa superba has applications in traditional herbal preparations, botanical research, pharmaceutical raw-material supply, and specialized botanical formulations. Its naturally occurring colchicine content makes it particularly important as a source of a pharmacologically active alkaloid used in regulated pharmaceutical applications.
Commercial use should be based on verified botanical identity, standardized constituent levels, appropriate testing, and applicable regulatory requirements.
FAQ's of Gloriosa superba
Q: How is Gloriosa superba commonly used?
A: Gloriosa superba is primarily utilized as a specialized botanical raw material and source of naturally occurring colchicine and related alkaloids. It should not be consumed as an ordinary herbal supplement without appropriate professional and regulatory oversight.
Q: What are the primary traditional uses of Gloriosa superba?
A: Gloriosa superba has a history of traditional use in herbal practices. However, because its tubers and seeds can contain potent and potentially toxic alkaloids, traditional use should not be interpreted as evidence of general consumer safety.
Q: Which parts of the Gloriosa superba plant are used?
A: The tubers and seeds are the principal plant parts of commercial and scientific interest because they contain colchicine and related alkaloids.
Q: When is Gloriosa superba typically harvested?
A: The underground tubers and other plant material are collected when the plant reaches suitable maturity. Collection timing may vary according to geographical region, climate, plant maturity, cultivation conditions, and intended application.
Q: Is Gloriosa superba suitable for herbal and nutraceutical formulations?
A: It may be used as a specialized botanical raw material, but Gloriosa superba is not an ordinary dietary-herbal ingredient because of its naturally occurring colchicine content. Any commercial formulation or supply should comply with applicable pharmaceutical, safety, labeling, quality-control, and regulatory requirements.
Q: How should Gloriosa superba raw material be stored?
A: Store Gloriosa superba raw material in a cool, dry, well-ventilated, secure area, protected from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Packaging should be clearly identified and access should be appropriately controlled because the raw material may contain pharmacologically active and toxic constituents.
Q: Is Gloriosa superba safe for direct consumption?
A: Gloriosa superba should not be treated as a general-purpose herbal supplement. Its colchicine content can be toxic at inappropriate doses. Any medicinal or pharmaceutical use should be based on validated specifications and conducted under appropriate professional and regulatory supervision.
Potent Herbal Extract for Pharmaceutical Use
Gloriosa superba extract is standardized for powerful active compounds, making it an essential ingredient in various pharmaceutical, ayurvedic, and veterinary formulations. Its proven efficacy as an anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-helminthic agent, along with its specialized usage as an abortifacient under strict regulation, highlights its significance in therapeutic research and natural medicine production.
Strict Quality Controls & Safe Handling
Each batch is meticulously processed to maintain purity of above 95%, ensuring moisture stays below 7% and foreign matter under 2%. Due to its inherent toxicity, it should only be handled with protective gloves to avoid skin irritation, and strictly kept for medicinal or research purposes. Appropriate storage in airtight containers away from light and moisture preserves its shelf life and efficacy.
Flexible Packaging and Wide Applications
Available in user-defined weights or bulk packages, Gloriosa superba root extract is supplied to pharmaceutical manufacturers, ayurvedic practitioners, researchers, exporters, and more. It is presented in powder or whole tuber form, with consistent mesh size for extract powders to suit different formulation needs. The extract demonstrates partial water solubility and complete alcohol solubility for easier incorporation into various product matrices.
FAQ's of Gloriosa superba:
Q: How should Gloriosa superba extract be stored for optimal shelf life?
A: Gloriosa superba extract should be stored in a tightly sealed, airtight container, kept away from direct sunlight and moisture. A cool, dry environment helps maintain its potency and extends its shelf life up to 12-24 months.Q: What are the primary uses and benefits of Gloriosa superba extract?
A: This extract is widely used in pharmaceuticals, ayurvedic preparations, veterinary medicines, pain management, and research. Known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-helminthic, and abortifacient effects (the latter only under strict regulation), it is valued for its potent alkaloid content.Q: When is Gloriosa superba typically harvested to ensure quality?
A: Harvesting of Gloriosa superba tubers and roots generally takes place from July to October, ensuring optimal concentration of active compounds and consistent extract quality.Q: Where does the Gloriosa superba used in the extract originate from?
A: Gloriosa superba for extraction is sourced from wild or organically cultivated regions, with procurement focused on natural tubers and roots to preserve high alkaloid levels and minimize contaminants.Q: What process is used to extract Gloriosa superba and ensure purity?
A: The extract is produced using a solvent extraction method (hydroalcoholic or water/ethanol), standardized for 5-10% active alkaloids, and quality controlled for above 95% purity with tight limits on moisture and foreign substances.Q: Is Gloriosa superba extract safe to handle and use?
A: Due to its toxicity and risk of skin irritation, it should only be handled while wearing appropriate protective gloves. The extract is not for human consumption and is intended strictly for pharmaceutical, ayurvedic, and research uses.Q: What forms and packaging options are available for Gloriosa superba extract?
A: The extract is available as a fine powder (60-80 mesh) or in whole tuber form. Packaging can be customized as per user requirements or supplied in bulk for industrial use.Tell us about your requirement
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