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Withanolides

Withanolides

General Description: Withanolides are a group of naturally occurring steroids found in plants of the Solanaceae family, known for their diverse biological activities.
Aroma Description: Withanolides do not have a distinct aroma on their own.
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Alternative Phytochemicals

Phytochemicals with alternative use cases

Ginsenosides

Description Ginsenosides are a class of steroidal saponins found in the root of Panax ginseng and some other plants. They are known for their adaptogenic properties and various health benefits.

Saponins

Description Saponins are natural compounds found in a variety of plant sources, known for their ability to create a foam or lather when mixed with water. They have diverse biological activities and are often used for their detergent, emulsifying, and antioxidant properties.

Curcuminoids

Description Curcuminoids are a group of bioactive compounds found in turmeric, known for their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Latin Name: Withania somnifera
Description of Appearance: Small woody shrub with small greenish-yellow flowers
Common Names:
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Cape gooseberry
Latin Name: Physalis peruviana
Description of Appearance: Physalis peruviana is a small fruit-bearing plant with orange-yellow fruits enclosed in a papery husk. It has green foliage and delicate flowers.
Common Names:
  • Cape gooseberry
  • Goldenberry
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Metel

Metel
Latin Name: Datura metel
Description of Appearance: Datura metel is a shrub-like plant with large, trumpet-shaped flowers that can be white or purple in color. The plant has dark green leaves and thorny fruit capsules.
Common Names:
  • Metel
  • Horn of Plenty
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