- 1. What is the biological source of Mangosteen?The biological source of Mangosteen is Garcinia mangostana.
- 2. Are Mango and Mangosteen Powder same?No, Mango and Mangosteen Powder are not the same. While mango belongs to the family of Anacardiaseae, Mangosteen belongs to the family of Clusiaceae.
- 3. What is the plant part used in Mangosteen Powder?The fruit of the plant is used in mangosteen powder.
- 4. Is Mangosteen Powder soluble in water?Yes, this mangosteen powder is soluble in water.
- 5. What are the other names of Mangosteen?Mangosteen is also known as Queen of Fruits, Manggis, Amibiasine, Mangosta, Xango and Sementah.
- 6. What are the phytochemicals present in Mangosteen?The phytochemicals present in Mangosteen include catechins, rosin, mangostin, normangostin, xanthones and gartanin.
- 7. What are the nutrients present in Mangosteen?The nutrients present in Mangosteen include vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B9, calcium, potassium, iron, carbohydrates, and proteins.
- 8. What is the Moisture content in this Mangosteen Powder?The moisture content in our Mangosteen Powder is below 5%. This offers better control over microbial growth and increases the overall shelf life.
- 9. What does ash value represent in Mangosteen Powder?Ash value is the residue remaining after the incineration of the drug or plant part. It represents the number of inorganic salts naturally occurring in the ingredient and adhering to it. Ash value greater than 5% is an indicator of the addition of inorganic metal salts in the product.
- 10. What microbial parameters you consider while qualifying this product?We make sure the microbial parameters in our products abide by the microbial limits charted out by the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA). Our products are tested for total plate count (TPC), E. Coli & Salmonella, and yeast and mold.
Mangosteen Powder
Botanical Name: Garcinia mangostana
Plant Part Used: Fruit
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding
Mangostreen is a tropical tree in the Cludiacea family that is popular for its sweet-flavoured fruit and is native to Southeast Asia. Currently, countries like Indonesia, India, Mexico, Brazil, and China produce mangosteen in large quantities. Comprising several essential vitamins and minerals, it is used as an ingredient in food supplements. Mangosteen is also used in cosmetic products as it delays signs of ageing and makes skin healthier.