A flower bud concentrated in plant principles

Sophora flower buds are renowned for their richness in flavonoids, particularly rutin. They are used as a plant support in extraction processes and in the preparation of herbal solutions, as well as in traditional dyeing. Their dry bulk form allows easy handling for applications requiring a raw material, to be infused or ground according to the manufacturing protocol. Their yellow-green color, dry texture, and light density make them a recognized ingredient for regulated traditional formulations. Their use is strictly reserved for qualified professionals in a regulated professional setting.

Description

Raw product composed of small, dry flower buds, harvested before flowering. Pale yellow to light brown in color, fibrous texture, and a subtle herbal odor. The buds are sorted, cleaned, and dried naturally to preserve their volatile and flavonoid components.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Sophora, pagoda tree
• Latin name: Sophora japonica (syn. Styphnolobium japonicum )
• Family: Fabaceae
• Part used: Flower bud
• Form: Bulk (whole or fragmented)
• Origin: China, Korea, Central Asia
• English name: Japanese pagoda tree flower bud
• Name in German: Japanischer Schnurbaum Blütenknospe
• Name in Spanish: Capullo de flor de Sophora
• Name in Italian: Bocciolo floreale di Sophora
• Name in Arabic: برعم السوفورا اليابانية

Professional uses

• Vegetable dye: used to color textiles, papers or natural fibers in yellow or soft beige.
• Formulation: Raw material for flavonoid preparations (rutin) – reserved use.
• Infusion/decoction: exclusively under supervision, for regulated formulas.

Storage and precautions

• Store away from humidity, heat and light.
• To be handled exclusively within the framework of declared professional use.
• Indicative shelf life: 24 months after opening under optimal conditions.

History and traditional use

Used since ancient China, the Sophora bud was used both to color fabrics and to make preparations for medicinal purposes. In Korea and Japan, it was also used as an ornamental and ritual plant. Its richness in natural pigments has made it a staple in the history of pharmacognosy as an ingredient reserved for technical or medicinal use.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: kraft bag or professional HDPE pot.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Internal References Apophycaire
• ANSM regulatory basis – List of plants for restricted use
• Botanical and technical data from the literature on plant flavonoids

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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