Information about alkanna lithospermum extract
Product name: Lithospermum extract
Part Used: Root
Appearance: Red brown powder
Main content: 3%~30% Alkannin/ shikonin
Molecular Formula: C16H16O5
Molecular Weight: 288.29
CAS No.: 517-88-4


Introduction about lithospermum extract
Lithospermum is a genus of plants belonging to the family Boraginaceae. The genus is distributed nearly worldwide, species are known generally as gromwells or stoneseeds. The dried root of Lithospermum erythrorhizon is a Chinese herbal medicine with various antiviral and biological activities, including inhibition of human immunodeficiency virus type 1.


Function about alkanna lithospermum extract
1. Help lower blood pressure
2. Helps with coughs and lifts your mood
3. It's antibacterial in action and works well to promote the healing of cuts and wounds.
4. Alkanet has been used for the treatment of ulcers.
5. It is also used a lot in the coloring of cosmetics.