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Costus speciosus

Costus speciosus (Crepe Ginger / Keukand)
Common / Alternative Names:
Crepe Ginger, Keukand, Insulin Plant (regional reference)
Family:
Costaceae
Raw Material Type:
Rhizomes; Fresh Rhizome, Dry Rhizome Powder, Standardized Herbal Extract
Key Active Constituents (Typical):
Diosgenin (steroidal saponin), Saponins, Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Phenolic compounds, Starch

Formulation: Ingredients & Claim Values

Vitamin A - 50mg, Vitamin D - 30mcg

Packing Size

mg, ml, gram, oz, lbs

Packaging Type

Quantity

1000, 2000, 5000, 10000

SKU: costus-speciosus Category:
Description

Description

Technical & Manufacturing Relevance:
Costus speciosus is widely used in Ayurvedic and herbal pharmaceutical manufacturing for its anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anthelmintic, and hepatoprotective properties. It is commonly incorporated into formulations targeting blood sugar management, insulin sensitivity support, metabolic balance, liver protection, joint comfort, and digestive wellness blends. The presence of diosgenin also makes it valuable in hormone-support and metabolic formulations.
Applicable Dosage Forms:
Tablets, Capsules, Powders, Churnas, Granules, Syrups, Decoction concentrates
Pharmacopoeial / Quality Notes:
– Supplied as authenticated rhizomes in powder or standardized extract form
– Standardization typically based on diosgenin or total saponin content
– Suitable for AYUSH formulations and select nutraceutical applications (claims as per local regulations)
Manufacturing Support:
We provide bulk raw material supply, formulation customization, and contract/third-party manufacturing with complete COA, MSDS, stability, microbial & heavy-metal documentation, enabling easy resale and worldwide distribution in compliance with destination-country requirements.