Wan Jin-Fu, Li Xue-Fang, Wang Li, Zhang Xiao-Nan
Technology and Research Center of Yunnan Baiyao Group, Kunming 650032, China.
Zhong Yao Cai. 2008 Apr;31(4):496-7.
To establish pharmacognostical methods on Root of Geranium strictipes.
To study by the original plant identification, character identification. The organizational structure of root and powder features of this drug were observed and compared. TLC of the drug was also undertaken.
It showed that Geranium strictipes powder microstructure contained many calcium oxalate cluster crystals and starch grains. TLC had good reappearance.
This study provides reference information for further development and identification of this crude drug.