Scientific name
Rhodiola rosea
Family
Crassulaceae
Origin
Northern Europe, Siberia
Parts Used
Drug consisting of the root and rhizome of the plant
Chemical constituents
- Essential oil;
- Organic acids;
- Tannins;
- Beta sitosterol;
- Polyphenols;
- Flavonoids;
- Cinnamic glucosides (salidroside and rosavidine).
Rodiola in Herbalist: Property of Rodiola
Rhodiola extract is known for its powerful adaptogenic activity, but not only. In fact, the plant is also known for its cardioprotective, tonic, nootropic and immunostimulating activity.
