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Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a hardy plant from the Kalahari region of southern Africa, named for the hooked seed pods that give it its common name. The secondary tuber has been used in traditional southern African herbal practice for generations, and it remains one of the most recognised botanicals in European herbal ranges.
Our Devil's Claw Extract 10:1 concentrates the dried root tenfold into a fine powder. It is naturally bitter, which is characteristic of the plant and its harpagoside content, so most people prefer it in capsules or a blended formula.
Who it is for: people who already know this herb and want a concentrated, no-filler version, home formulators making their own capsules, and brands sourcing consistent bulk material.
How to use: start with 1/4 teaspoon daily, encapsulated or blended into a formula. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a history of stomach ulcers, speak with your healthcare practitioner first.
The Ecogenya difference: Canadian owned, Made in Canada from imported ingredients, third-party tested for heavy metals with the Certificate of Analysis on this page, and a tree planted with every purchase.
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There is a lot of discussion around which parts of the mushroom should be used for extraction. Here is a short explanation:
In mushrooms, the part that is typically used for extracting nutrients and compounds is the fruiting body, which is the visible part of the mushroom that emerges above ground. This is because the fruiting body contains most of the bioactive compounds, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other beneficial substances.
The fruiting body is rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds because it is where the reproductive structures of the mushroom develop. These structures contain various substances that the mushroom needs for growth and reproduction, as well as compounds that help defend against pathogens and predators.
However, it's worth noting that different parts of the mushroom may have different nutritional profiles and concentrations of bioactive compounds. For example, some mushrooms also produce mycelium, the underground network of fungal threads, which can also contain valuable nutrients and compounds. Additionally, certain species of mushrooms may have medicinal properties associated with specific parts of the organism, such as the mycelium or even the spores. Therefore, the specific part of the mushroom used for extraction can depend on the desired nutrients or compounds and the intended use.
We always use the fruiting body for our extracts but we are also working on developing special compound extracts from other parts like the mycelium and spores. Keep an eye on our blogs and subscribe to our newsletter to get notified of these advancements as they happen.
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