Synonym(s)
Radix saponariae alba; White soap root
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Saponariae alba radix, the white soap root is the root extract of Gysophilia species (Gysophilia paniculata and Gysophilia arrosti).
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Saponins (up to 20%), in the main saponin gypsoside the aglycon gypsogenin is linked to various simple sugars.
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diuretic, expectorant, antirheumatic
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Gysophila paniculata extract is the cosmetically used extract of the white soap root. It has a skin cleansing effect.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles