Prickly Pears P.E.

Prickly Pears P.E.

Botanical Source: Opuntia stricta

Used Part: Stem& Root 

Specification: 4:1, 10:1, 20:1

Appearance: Brown fine powder

Test Method: UV

Bulk density: 0.4-0.75g/mL

Moisture: <5%

Ash: <5%

Description:

Prickly pears typically grow with flat, rounded cladodes (also called platyclades) that are armed with two kinds of spines; large, smooth, fixed spines and small, hairlike prickles called glochids, which easily penetrate skin and detach from the plant. Many types of prickly pears grow into dense, tangled structures.

It contains a range of alkaloids in variable quantities, such as substituted phenethylamines. Identified compounds that may have biological activity include 3-methoxytyramine, candicine and hordenine, as examples.

Function:

1. To clear away heat and toxic.

2. To promote blood circulation and lower blood pressure,

3. To lose weight.

4. Anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory

5. As an important medical raw, it can be used to lower blood sugar,

Application:

1. Pharmaceutical as capsules or pills;

2. Functional food as capsules or pills;

3. Water-soluble beverages;

4. Health products as capsules or pills.