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[Analysis on chemical composition of genus Pueraria stems from China]
Abstract
Objective:
To provide scientific basis for developing and utilizing Pueraria stems.
Method:
The contents of total flavonoid were determined by means of UV spectrophotometry. The isoflavones in stems and roots of nine species of genus Pueraria were analyzed by TLC.
Results:
The stems and roots are similar in chemical composition.
Conclusion:
Pueraria stems as a potential resource could be used as a substitute for Pueraria roots.