Description
Dracaena Cinnabari Extract is derived from the crimson resin of the Socotran dragon tree (Dracaena cinnabari), a plant native to the island of Socotra. This resin, known as Dragon’s Blood, has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antidiarrheal, wound-healing, and antioxidant properties. Extracts from the plant are being studied for their use in skincare, tooth whitening, and treating gastrointestinal issues, and contain bioactive compounds like cinnabarone, flavonoids, and terpenoids.
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Source:
The extract comes from the deep red resin, or Dragon’s Blood, of the Dracaena cinnabari tree, which is endemic to Socotra Island in Yemen.
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Traditional Applications:
In ancient times and to this day, it has been used as an herbal remedy for conditions such as:
- Diarrhea and dysentery
- Gastric, dental, and eye injuries
- Inflammatory and painful conditions
- As a wound healing agent and coagulant to stop heavy bleeding
- Diarrhea and dysentery
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Phytochemicals:
The resin contains various bioactive compounds, including:
- Cinnabarone and triflavonoids
- Metacyclophanes and terpenoids
- Sterols, chalcones, and dihydrochalcones
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