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Botanical Name: Smilax ornata
Country of Origin: Mexico
English Name: Sarsaparilla Root Powder
French Name: Poudre de Racine de Salsepareille
Sanskrit Name: Anantamoola
Hindi Name: Anantmool Root Powder
Also Known As: Indian Sarsaparilla Powder, Smilax Root Powder, Smilax Ornate Powder, Anantamul Powder
Part Used: Roots of Smilax ornata
Description: Sarsaparilla Root Powder is prepared from the dried roots of Smilax ornata, a perennial climbing vine native to tropical regions of Central and South America but also cultivated in India for commercial use. The plant produces slender, twining stems, heart-shaped leaves, and small inconspicuous flowers, while the underground root system grows long, fibrous, and cylindrical. The roots are carefully selected once fully grown to ensure natural density, structural integrity, and consistent colour.
Harvesting is carried out when the roots reach optimal maturity, exhibiting a firm texture, light to medium brown exterior, and fine surface striations. Only healthy, intact roots are chosen for processing, preserving their natural fibrous structure and botanical identity. This careful selection ensures the powdered product maintains the authentic characteristics of Smilax ornata roots.
After harvesting, the roots are gently cleaned to remove soil, debris, and fibrous fragments. Controlled air or low-temperature drying methods are performed to stabilise moisture while maintaining the natural colour and fibrous structure of the roots. Once fully dried, the roots are grinded into a fine, uniform powder. The milling process is carefully controlled to maintain a consistent particle size without compromising the natural texture and appearance of the root.
The finished Sarsaparilla Root Powder is smooth, free-flowing, and visually uniform, with a pale beige to light brown colour. The fine texture allows for easy measuring, blending, and incorporation into a variety of preparations. The powder retains the distinct botanical identity of Smilax ornata roots while providing a convenient form for infusion, blending, and formulation applications.
Uses: Sarsaparilla Root Powder is used in tea-style infusions, powdered herbal blends, and root-based formulations where a fine, uniform powder is required. It is suitable for cosmetic applications, craft projects, and educational botanical collections illustrating root morphology. The powder can also be used in manufacturing processes that require consistent, finely milled dried root material for blending and formulation purposes.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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