[Pharmacognostical studies on root of Geranium strictipes].
OBJECTIVE
To establish pharmacognostical methods on Root of Geranium strictipes.


METHODS
To study by the original plant identification, character identification. The organizational structure of root and powder features of this drug were observed and compared. TLC of the drug was also undertaken.


RESULTS
It showed that Geranium strictipes powder microstructure contained many calcium oxalate cluster crystals and starch grains. TLC had good reappearance.


CONCLUSIONS
This study provides reference information for further development and identification of this crude drug.
Wan
Jin-Fu
JF
Technology and Research Center of Yunnan Baiyao Group, Kunming 650032, China.
Li
Xue-Fang
XF
Wang
Li
L
Zhang
Xiao-Nan
XN
D002855:Chromatography, Thin Layer; D031314:Geraniaceae / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000737:chemistry / Q000166:cytology; D010598:Pharmacognosy; D018517:Plant Roots / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000737:chemistry / Q000166:cytology; D010946:Plants, Medicinal / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000737:chemistry / Q000166:cytology; D011208:Powders
D011208:Powders