A tonic plant fruit reserved for expert formulation

Dried tribulus fruits are used in the form of decoction, dry extract, or hydroalcoholic extract in specialized preparations. Their content of protodioscin and other saponins makes them active at low doses, but requires careful dosage management. In authorized artisanal or professional practices, they are often combined with other adaptogenic or tonic plants (maca, ginseng, eleutherococcus).

Description

Hard, dry, beige-brown fruits with 4 or 5 spiny tips. Size: 5 to 10 mm. Very hard texture. Neutral odor. Manual or mechanical harvest in a dry climate, natural drying without chemical treatment. Raw products, intended for declared secondary processing.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Tribulus terrestris, tribulus terrestris
• Latin name: Tribulus terrestris
• Family: Zygophyllaceae
• Part used: Fruit
• Form: Loose – whole dried fruit
• Origin: India, Bulgaria, China, Mediterranean basin
• English name: Puncture vine fruit
• German name: Erd-Burzeldorn
• Name in Spanish: Tribulus fruto
• Name in Italian: Frutto di tribulus
• Name in Arabic: ثمار الحسك الأرضي

Professional applications

• Dry extract: prepared in the laboratory with standardization in saponins (not for free use).
• Decoction: 1 to 3 g per 250 ml of water – boil for 10 minutes (reserved use).
• Supported synergies: maca, eleutherococcus, muira puama, red ginseng.

Precautions for use

• Do not use without professional supervision or regulatory authorization.
• Avoid in case of hypertension, hormonal pathologies, pregnancy or ongoing drug treatment.
• Store away from heat and humidity and in an airtight container, out of reach of children.

History and tradition

Tribulus terrestris has been mentioned in Greek and Indian pharmacopoeias since ancient times. Traditionally used as a male tonic and stimulant, it has seen renewed interest in formulations for athletes and hormonal support. In France, it is now strictly regulated to prevent abuses of uncontrolled overuse.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: professional kraft bag or opaque HDPE pot with regulatory labeling.
• Shelf life: 24 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Internal References Apophycaire
• ANSM – List of plants with restricted use
• Monographs on herbalism and pharmacognosy

Note to project creators and formulators:

Please note that we do not provide any technical documentation (datasheet, certificate, analysis, etc.) for quantities less than 1 kg. Documentation is reserved exclusively for registered professionals (SIRET number or equivalent required) and for clearly identified projects. Thank you for your understanding.

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