Latin name: Shikonin, Lithospermum erythrorhizo
Color: Purple flaky crystal or crystalline powder
Ingredient: Shikonin, acetyl shikonin, B, p'-dimethylacryl shikonin, p-hydaro-xyisovaleryl shikonin, isoprene Isovaleryl shikonin, deoxy shikonim

Shikonin is a major component of zicao (purple gromwell, the dried root of Lithospermum erythrorhizon), including inhibition of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) type 1 (HIV-1).
Shikoni is a kind of red coloring agent, mainly used in juice drinks, ice cream, popsicles, fruit wine, cheese and spices etc. It can also be used for cosmetics, detergent.

2. Function&Appliction of Shikonin Alkannin?

1. Shikonin has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
2. It is clinically used to treat acute and chronic hepatitis and liver cirrhosis (ascites).
3. Dermatology is used to treat flat warts and psoriasis, topical application to treat burns and promote wound healing.
4. The shikonin is mainly used for hepatitis, dermatitis and baby, women vaginitis, cervicitis, etc. 5. Toothpaste containing shikonin can prevent dental caries and gingivitis.
6. Shikonin also can be used as a colorant in cosmetics and food.