Description
Commonly known as cankerwort, bitterwort, and blow-ball, this plant is a member of the Asteraceae family. It thrives in both Eurasia and North America. Taraxacin, responsible for its bitter taste, stands as a key active component within its root. The root is enriched with diverse compounds like alpha and beta carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, tannins, caffeic and coumaric acid, and inulin. Furthermore, it offers a valuable vitamin spectrum including A, B1, B2, B3, C, E, and K, alongside essential minerals such as calcium, sodium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and selenium.
Product Description
Botanical Name: Taraxacum officinale
Plant Part Used: Root
Processing Method: Extraction
Commonly known as cankerwort, bitterwort, and blow-ball, this plant is a member of the Asteraceae family. It thrives in both Eurasia and North America. Taraxacin, responsible for its bitter taste, stands as a key active component within its root. The root is enriched with diverse compounds like alpha and beta carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, tannins, caffeic and coumaric acid, and inulin. Furthermore, it offers a valuable vitamin spectrum including A, B1, B2, B3, C, E, and K, alongside essential minerals such as calcium, sodium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and selenium.