Apigenin

Name

Botanical Name  Apium graveolens var.dulce

Source                              
      Any of various umbelliferae annual or
      perennial herbs which are 15 cm high,
      having strong fragrance, erect and slick
      stems. The profile of leaves is  oval and
      obovate. The  anthesis is from April to
      July. The herbs grow all over China.

Used Part  Whole grass

Active Ingredient  Apigenin

CAS No.  520-36-5

Specification  > 90% (HPLC)

Physical and Chemicalproperties
     • Appearance:  red-brown fine powder
     • Melting Point:  347.5ºC
     • Molecular Formula:  C15H10O5
     • Molecular Weight:  270.25
     • Solubility:  practically insoluble in water, slightly soluble in hot ethanol, soluble in
                         watery KOH solution and dimethylsulfoxide.
     • Structure:

Function
     • Composure effect
     • Estrogen analog effect
     • Anti-bacteria
     • Blood pressure lowering
     • Inhibition of the activity of the cancer induced material
     • Anti-HIV
     • Anti-oxidant

Usage  MedicineDietary supplement and beverage

Shelf Life  2 years when properly stored

Storage
     • Stored in cool & dry place
     • Kept away from strong light and heat

Package  25kg/drum