Spiny restharrow is a perennial spiny herbaceous plant to subshrub from the legume family (Fabaceae, traditionally Leguminosae). The species is botanically accepted as Ononis spinosa L. and is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia, including Bulgaria.
The plant develops a long woody root and branched stems that often become woody at the base. The branches end in spines, while the leaves are mostly trifoliate, with serrated leaflets. The flowers are pink to violet-pink and occur singly or in loose inflorescences in the leaf axils. The root is the main raw material for herbal teas, extracts, diuretic botanical formulations and herbal powders.
Basic Information
- Latin name: Ononis spinosa L.
- Part used: root (Radix Ononidis)
- Origin: Bulgaria
- Raw material type: wild-harvested
- Harvest period: spring before plant development or August – October after fruit maturation
Raw Material Characteristics
The roots are dug from well-developed plants, cleaned from soil and aerial parts, washed and dried in the sun or at temperatures up to 45°C. Properly dried raw material has a characteristic odour and a bitter-sweet taste.
Chemical Composition
Spiny restharrow contains mainly isoflavonoids, including ononin and formononetin derivatives, triterpenes, saponins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, tannins, mineral salts, resins and essential oil.
Suitable for the Production of
- herbal teas
- dry and liquid botanical extracts
- diuretic botanical formulations
- urinary comfort products
- external formulations with processed raw material
- herbal powders
Medicinal Properties and Effects on the Body
Spiny restharrow has the following properties:
- diuretic
- anti-inflammatory
- antioxidant
- antimicrobial
- supportive effect on urinary comfort
- supportive role in botanical formulations
EMA covers Ononis spinosa L., radix / Ononidis radix as a traditional herbal substance.
Forms Available
- spiny restharrow roots (Radix Ononidis) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size upon request, or powdered
Quality and Documentation
Upon request, a Certificate of Analysis (COA), technical documentation and additional documents may be provided.
Inquiry
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