Centaurium erythraea Extract Powder 20:1 1KG/BAG

Centaurium erythraea Extract Powder 20:1

Botanical name: Centaurium erythraea (syn. Centaurium umbellatum)
Family: Gentianaceae
Common names: Common Centaury, European Centaury, Bitter Herb
Plant part used: Aerial parts (whole flowering herb)
Origin: Native to Europe, North Africa and Western Asia; widely naturalized.

Centaurium erythraea is a slender annual to biennial herb in the gentian family, long valued in European herbal traditions as a premier bitter tonic. The whole flowering tops are harvested at peak bloom and gently dried before extraction. Historical texts trace its name to the centaur Chiron of Greek mythology, who was reputed to be a master of botanical healing.

Traditional use and character:
In traditional Western herbal practice, centaury is prized for its pronounced bitter principles and is traditionally prepared as a bitter infusion or tonic to support healthy digestive function and stimulate appetite. It has been used in folk traditions across the Mediterranean and beyond for general digestive comfort and as a component of bitter herbal formulations.

Key constituents:
The bitter activity is attributed mainly to secoiridoid glycosides, notably swertiamarin and gentiopicrin, together with smaller amounts of flavonoids and xanthones. These compounds give centaury its characteristic intense bitterness.

Typical applications:
This 20:1 concentrated extract powder is suited to nutraceutical and herbal formulation houses producing digestive bitters, botanical tonics, capsules, tablets and functional blends. It offers a standardized, convenient powdered form of the traditional bitter herb for manufacturers.

Specifications:
Extract ratio: 20:1
Appearance: Fine brown to tan powder
Latin binomial verified: Centaurium erythraea
Pack size: 1KG/BAG

Storage and handling:
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and moisture. Keep sealed in the original packaging until use. Recommended shelf life 24 months under proper storage conditions.

Compliance note:
This product is supplied as a botanical raw material ingredient for qualified manufacturers and formulators. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Traditional uses described above are drawn from historical herbal literature and do not constitute medical advice. Buyers are responsible for confirming regulatory status in their intended market.