Description

Peganum Harmala (Syrian Rue) Pure Alkaloids

Experience the benefits of Peganum Harmala, commonly known as Syrian Rue, in a variety of forms. Choose from our selection of pure alkaloid extracts, full spectrum extracts, powder extracts, and whole seeds to find the perfect option for your needs.

Features

• 98% HCL harmine and Freebase harmine extracts contain harmine only
• 98% harmaline Freebase extract contains harmaline only
• Full Spectrum 96% contains 50.5% harmine and 45.2% harmaline
• Available in powder extract and as whole seeds
• Wide range of traditional and modern medicinal properties

Native Use

Peganum Harmala has been used for centuries in various cultures around the world. In Iran, the seeds are burned to ward off misfortune and protect the land from diseases. The plant has also been used in Asia to treat stomach issues, heart diseases, and skin disorders. Additionally, it has been used to alleviate pain during monthly periods, make childbirth easier, and induce miscarriages. Its use as a tranquilizer and as an alleged antibiotic, antiparasitic, and analgesic is also well documented.

Peganum Harmala is also known as Harmel, Esfand, Aspand, Wild Rue, African Rue, Harmed, Techepak (Ladakhi), Tukhm-i-isfand and Uzarih (Turkish).

Habitat

This succulent, bright green perennial shrub can grow up to 1 meter tall, but is usually found growing up to about 30cm high. Its branches are smooth and spread over 1 meter. The leaves average about 60cm long and then branch off into segments that are long and narrow. The beautiful white flower of the Peganum Harmala blossoms from June to August and decorates the vibrant green plant. The herb grows in harsh semi-arid conditions and has been used for millennia in every culture where the plant was present.

Scientific Information

The plant is popular in Middle Eastern and North African areas among healers. The alkaloids contained in the plant, including the seeds, are monoamine oxidase inhibitors that go by the name of harmine and harmaline. These alkaloids have been found to have pharmacological and therapeutic effects, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Read More

Moloudizargari, Milad et al. ‘Pharmacological and therapeutic effects of Peganum harmala and its main alkaloids.’ Pharmacognosy reviews vol. 7,14 (2013): 199-212. doi:10.4103/0973-7847.120524

Mina, Cheraghi Niroumand et al. ‘Medicinal properties of Peganum harmala L. in traditional Iranian medicine and modern phytotherapy: a review.’ Journal of traditional Chinese medicine = Chung i tsa chih ying wen pan vol. 35,1 (2015):104-9. doi:10.1016/s0254-6272 (15)30016-9

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