Chaste Tree Extract Powder 20:1 1KG/BAG

Vitex agnus-castus Extract Powder 20:1

Botanical name: Vitex agnus-castus L.
Family: Verbenaceae
Common names: Chaste Tree, Chasteberry, Monk Pepper
Plant part used: Ripe berries (fruit)
Origin: Native to the Mediterranean region, extending to Central Asia and North Africa.

Vitex agnus-castus is a small deciduous tree or large shrub bearing clusters of fragrant lavender-blue flowers followed by tiny dark berries. The berries have been used in traditional herbal practice for centuries, particularly in Mediterranean and European wellness traditions concerned with womens cyclical health.

Traditional use and character:
In traditional herbal use, chaste tree berry is most associated with supporting womens hormonal balance and menstrual cycle regularity, as well as comfort during the premenstrual phase. It has a long documented history in European herbal medicine and remains a well-known botanical in womens wellness formulations.

Key constituents:
The berries contain flavonoids such as vitexin, orientin and isovitexin, along with iridoid glycosides including agnuside and aucubin, which are regarded as characteristic marker compounds of the species.

Typical applications:
This 20:1 concentrated extract powder is suited to nutraceutical manufacturers producing womens health supplements, hormonal balance blends, capsules, tablets and functional formulations. It offers a standardized powdered berry extract for formulators.

Specifications:
Extract ratio: 20:1
Appearance: Fine dark brown to violet-brown powder
Latin binomial verified: Vitex agnus-castus
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. Not recommended for use during pregnancy or while nursing without professional guidance. Buyers are responsible for confirming regulatory status in their intended market.