Rauwolfia

Name:
Rauwolfia
Detailed information:
The powdered whole root of Rauwolfia serpentina, found in India and Indonesia. The plant is of value as a source of alkaloids, especially reserpine.

Properties:

Light-tan to light-brown, bitter, fine, amorphous powder; slight aromatic odor. Sparingly soluble in alcohol; very slightly soluble in water.

Grade:

NF.

Use:

Medicine (antihypertensive agent).