Bitter Gourd (scientific name: Momordica charantia L.) Momordica genus Momordica [1], annual climbing-like weak herb, mostly branched; stems, branches are pilose. The tendrils are slender and do not diverge. Petiole slender; leaf blade membranous, green above, pale green on back, palm veins. Androgyny. Male flower pedicels slender, puberulent; bracts green, slightly marginate; calyx lobes ovate-lanceolate, white pilose; corolla yellow, lobes pilose; stamens free. Female flowers solitary, pedicel puberulent; ovary spindle-shaped, stigma swollen. The fruit is spindle-shaped or cylindrical, nodules, and orange-yellow when ripe. Seeds are oblong and engraved on both sides. Flower and fruit period: May-October.
Product Introduction
Product Name | bitter gourd extract | Appearance | Brown yellow extract |
Botanical Source |
Momordica charantia L. |
Test Method | TLC |
Specification | 10% charantin | Mesh | 95% pass 80 mesh |
Application | Health Care | Shelf Life | 2 Years |
1. Antidiabetic effect
2. Antiviral and other
Application of bitter gourd extract
Used in cosmetic industry;
Used in nutrition industry;
Used in pharmacy.