Microscopic identification study of western herbs. Part I: Three Echinacea-species roots.
- Author:
Qin LI
1
;
Chu CHU
;
Zhenfeng TAN
;
Yaqiong WANG
;
Jiafu WEI
;
Ping LI
;
Zhongzhen ZHAO
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Echinacea; anatomy & histology; cytology; Microscopy; Plant Roots; anatomy & histology; cytology; United States
- From: China Journal of Chinese Materia Medica 2009;34(21):2718-2720
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo make microscopic identification research of three Echinacea-species roots recorded in the United States Pharmacopeia.
METHODThe root transverse section and powder of E. angustifolia, E. pallida, and E. purpurea were observed. The main microscopic features were photographed.
RESULTThe main microscopic features of transverse section and powder in three Echinacea-species roots are basically similar, except for some diagnostic differences. The results provide reliable reference for the authentication of raw materials of western herbal studies.
