Any of various mostly toxic glucosides that occur in plants (as soapwort or soapbark) and are characterized by the property of producing a soapy lather. Also: Saponins

	American Ginseng As A Treatment "...Function; Reasons For Use The active constituents in American ginseng seem to be the saponins called ginsenosides..." Astragalus Root As A Treatment "...These include polysaccharides, saponins, astragalosides, flavonoids and triterpenes..." Butcher's Broom As A Treatment "...Function; Reasons For Use Like horsechestnut, its saponins play a major role in the activity of butcher's broom..." Chinese Thoroughwax As A Treatment "...The active ingredients in bupleurum root include saponins and plant sterols, which have been shown to lower fevers and reduce inflammation in animal studies..." Fenugreek As A Treatment "...The seed contains saponins, flavonoids, oils, proteins and a high amount of mucilage..." Gotu Kola As A Treatment "...The chemical composition of gotu kola is quite extensive including saponins, volatile oils, sugars, fatty acids, amino acids, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins and carotenoids..." Ivy Leaf As A Treatment "...Active Ingredients Although ivy’s composition has not been subject to detailed scientific investigations, it is known to contain 5-8% saponins..." Korean Ginseng As A Treatment "...The typical dose (taken one to three times daily) for general tonic effects should contain a saponin content of at least 25mg of ginsenoside Rgl..." Mullein As A Treatment "...Mullein contains high amounts of mucilage and saponins, making it an excellent agent for soothing mucous membranes..." Sarsaparilla As A Treatment "...Smilax species contain various amounts of steroid components as well as saponins, resins, starch and a small amount of volatile oils..." Yarrow As A Treatment "...Yarrow contains lactones, flavonoids, tannins, resins, coumarins, saponins, sterols, fatty acids and sugars..."

Last updated: Apr 07, 2008