Steinmetz:Swertia
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Latest revision as of 21:00, 8 June 2009
[edit] Swertia caroliniensis
- Also known as (or relevant to)
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- English Names
- American Columbo (Colombo) root
- Natural Habitat
- Part(s) Used
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- Constituent(s)
- gentiopicrin
- yellow colouring matter
- Action
- tonic
- stimulant
- used to adulterate Radix Colombo
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[edit] Swertia chirata
- Also known as (or relevant to)
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- English Names
- Indian Chiretta
- Indian Gentian
- Indian Balmony
- Natural Habitat
- Northern India
- South Africa
- Part(s) Used
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- Constituent(s)
- chiratin
- ophelic acid (bitter principle)
- gum
- resin
- carbonates
- potassium salt
- magnesia
- calcium
- tannin
- Action
- bitter tonic
- laxative
- stomachic
- febrifuge
- alterative
- anthelmintic
- hypnotic; yellow dyeing material; used in the liqueur industry as a bitter ingredient
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