Lespedeza capitata Extract
Chinese Name: hu zhi zi
Lespedeza capitata is a perennial species of bush clover
that typically grows to **4' (less frequently to 5') tall on stiff upright stems. It is native
to Missouri where it is commonly found in upland woods,
thickets and prairies, on glades and along streams,
railroads and roadsides (Steyermark). Tiny creamy white,
pea-like flowers with a magenta spot at the base of the
standard bloom in dense, rounded heads (axillary clusters)
in mid to late summer. Trifoliate, alternate, almost stalkless
leaves have three narrow-oblong leaflets. Leaflets may be
green with little hair to gray-green and hairy depending
upon the particular variety or form.
Latin Name:Lespedeza bicolor Turcz
Used part: whole herb
Active ingredient:Quercetin
Molecular Formula: C*5H*0O7
Molecular Weight: **2.*3
CAS No.：*********8
Physical state and appearance: fine Brown powder
Function:
Fairly good expectorant and antitussive;
Some antiasthmatic effect
Lowering of blood pressure,
Reducing the brittalness of capillary vessel,
Lowering blood lipid, dilation of coronary artery,
Increasing the flow in coronary artery.
For the treatment of chronical bronchitis,
Accessory treatment of coronary heart diseases and hypertension
Storage: Store in cool & dry place, Keep away from strong light and heat.
Shelf life: *4 Months when properly stored.
