DEVOTION EPIMEDIUM, also known as Rowdy Lamb Herb, Barrenwort, Bishop’s Hat, Fairy Wings, Horny Goat Weed, or Yin Yang Huo.
The large majority are endemic to southern China, Europe, central, southern and
eastern Asia. Epimedium species are hardy perennials.
The majority have four-petaled "spider-like" flowers in spring. Many are believed to
be aphrodisiacs, particularly horny goat weed.
The "active ingredient" in Epimedium is icariin,which can be found in standardized extracts from 5% up to 60% potent. Strengths above that are usually reserved for lab use. Icariin is purported to work by increasing levels of nitric oxide, which relax smooth
muscle.
Function:
1. Epimedium extract can treat hypotension and has anti-osteoporosis function;
2. Eimedium extract has the function of anti-aging, anti-bacterial, anti-virus and anti-inflammatory effect;
3. Epimedium extract can improve the immune system and cardiovascular system, promote vasodilation;
4. Epimedium extract can strengthen sexual function, stimulate androgen hormones, and activate sensory nerve.
Application:
1. In Food field, epimedium extract is mainly used as food additives.
2. In health product field, epimedium extract is good for cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
3. In pharmaceutical field, epimedium extract is mainly used as pharmaceutical material to treat asthenia of kidney, impotence, spermatorrhea, prospermia,
cold extremities, acroanesthesia or convulsion.
Storage:
Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.
Shelf Life:
2 years when properly stored.