Zingiber Zerumbet Extract
Botanical source:
Zingiber zerumbet (L.) Smith
Synonyms: Shampoo Ginger; Pinecone Ginger.
Active Ingredient: Zerumbone 98% HPLC
Part used: Rhizome.
CAS#: 471-05-6.
Molecular Formula: C
15
H
22
O
Molecular Weight: 218.340
Appearance: Colorless Crystal.
Botany: Zingiber Zerumbet Extract is an extract from the 2-3 y
ely known as the "shampoo ginger" for the creamy liquid substance in the cones, called in china as Wild Ginger. Zingiber zerumbet is native to Southeast Asia but has been widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas around the world, and has naturalized in some areas.
Suppresses free radical generation;
Anti-inflammatory;
Suppresses cancer cell proliferation accompanied by apoptosis;
Counters HIV activity;
Zerumbone is used to treat cancer, Leukemia, tumor.
Zerumbone is a sesquiterpene phytochemical from a type of edible ginger known as China Zingiber Zerumbet Smith grown in South China or "Zingiber aromaticum". Zerumbone is currently being explored for its effects on cancer in general and Leukemia in particular.
Package: 1kg/bag, 20bags in a drum.
Storage: Keep away from moisture, strong heat and sunlight.
Shelf Time: 2 years if sealed and stored in the recommended conditions.