Sarpagandha Powder
Part of our Herbs range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Sarpagandha Powder is made from the dried roots of Rauvolfia serpentina, known in English as Indian snakeroot. It is one of the most historically important plants in Indian medicine: its roots were used in Ayurveda for calming the mind and for high blood pressure, and the alkaloid reserpine, first isolated from this plant in the 1950s, became one of the early modern medicines for hypertension.
Arizone International supplies Sarpagandha Root Powder to licensed Ayurvedic and pharmaceutical manufacturers, in line with applicable regulations and documentation requirements.
About Sarpagandha
Rauvolfia serpentina is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy leaves, white-pink flowers and small purple-black berries. It grows in the moist forests of the Himalayan foothills, the Western and Eastern Ghats and north-eastern India. The name Sarpagandha refers to snakes, and the root was traditionally used in folk medicine for snake and insect bites. In Ayurveda, it is described as a herb for insomnia, anxiety, agitation and high blood pressure.
In the twentieth century, Indian and Western scientists studied the plant extensively. Reserpine was isolated in 1952 and was widely used around the world as a blood pressure medicine and tranquilliser. This made Sarpagandha a famous example of a traditional herb leading to a modern drug.
What Sarpagandha Contains
- Indole AlkaloidsIncluding reserpine, ajmaline, ajmalicine, serpentine and rescinnamine.
- Total Alkaloid ContentUsually specified for pharmaceutical and Ayurvedic use.
Traditional Applications
- Classical Ayurvedic formulations such as Sarpagandha Vati and Sarpagandhaghan Vati
- Ayurvedic preparations for blood pressure and sleep, under medical supervision
- Raw material for alkaloid extraction by pharmaceutical companies
Important Safety and Regulatory Notes
Sarpagandha is a potent herb. Its alkaloids can lower blood pressure, slow the heart rate and cause drowsiness, nasal congestion, depression and other side effects. It must only be used under the supervision of a qualified doctor or Ayurvedic practitioner, and never combined with other blood pressure or psychiatric medicines without medical advice. It is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for people with depression, peptic ulcers or certain heart conditions.
Rauvolfia serpentina is listed in CITES Appendix II, and wild populations are threatened. Export requires appropriate permits, and many countries restrict or prohibit reserpine-containing herbs in food supplements. We supply only to licensed buyers with the correct documentation.
Quality Parameters
- Rauvolfia serpentina root identity (other Rauvolfia species are substituted)
- Total alkaloid and reserpine content
- Moisture, ash and particle size
- Microbiology, heavy metals and pesticide residues
- Legal origin and CITES documentation
Packaging and Storage
Packed in sealed, labelled bags or drums. Store in a cool, dry place, away from food products and out of reach of children.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Sarpagandha contains reserpine, which affects blood pressure, so it should only be sold where permitted.
Ask for identity testing and alkaloid content.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of Ayurvedic and pharmaceutical botanicals. We supply Sarpagandha Root Powder with alkaloid testing and help licensed buyers with regulatory documentation.
Licensed buyers can share their licence details, quantity and destination to receive a quotation for Sarpagandha Powder.
Specifications
- Category
- Herbs
- Physical Form
- Fine powder – 60 to 100 mesh (custom mesh on request)
- Grade Options
- Pharma / Ayurvedic grade – medical use only (CITES documentation)
- Packaging
- 20–25 kg multi-wall paper or HDPE bags with food-grade PE liner; smaller pouches for private label
- Country of Origin
- India
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original sealed packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture; keep bags closed
Applications
- Classical Ayurvedic formulations such as Sarpagandha Vati and Sarpagandhaghan Vati
- Ayurvedic preparations for blood pressure and sleep, under medical supervision
- Raw material for alkaloid extraction by pharmaceutical companies
Compliance
Reserpine is an alkaloid from Sarpagandha that was once widely used as a blood pressure medicine.
Sarpagandha is a potent herb and should only be used under medical supervision.
Yes. Sarpagandha (Rauvolfia serpentina) is a CITES-listed species.
Sarpagandha Powder is usually milled to 60 to 100 mesh, and finer or coarser grades can be made to suit capsules, tea blends or cosmetic use.
Yes. Sarpagandha Powder can be steam sterilised to lower the microbial count, which is often needed for food, supplement and export orders.
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