Herbal Extraction Plant for Ark Leaves

Ark (Calotropis gigantea & Calotropis procera), commonly known as Madar, Giant Milkweed, or Swallow-Wort, is a medicinal plant widely used in Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani medicine. The leaves, latex, roots, and flowers contain bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, antifungal, analgesic, and wound-healing properties.

Cultivation & Harvesting

• Climate & Soil: Thrives in arid, semi-arid, and tropical regions with well-drained soil.
• Harvesting: Mature leaves are collected during peak phytochemical content periods.
• Drying & Storage: Sun-dried or shade-dried to retain active compounds and stored in an airtight environment.

Extraction Methods

• Aqueous Extraction (For Ayurvedic & Traditional Use)
• Solvent Extraction (For Pharmaceutical & Industrial Applications)

Applications of Ark Leaf Extract

• Anti-inflammatory & Pain Relief – Used in ointments & herbal pain balms.
• Antifungal & Antibacterial – Used in skin treatments, antiseptics, and herbal soaps.
• Wound Healing & Skin Care – Used in creams, pastes, and herbal formulations.
• Respiratory Health – Used in traditional medicines for asthma & cough syrups.

Quality Control & Compliance

• HPLC & UV Spectrophotometry – Ensuring active compounds like calotropin, flavonoids, and alkaloids are present.
• Microbial & Heavy Metal Testing – Checking purity & safety.
• Regulatory Compliance – Following Ayush, WHO, and FSSAI standards.