Rauwolfia Serpentina (Sarpagandha) Extraction Plant
Mechotech’s Rauwolfia Serpentina Extraction Plant is designed for the precise extraction of reserpine and other bioactive alkaloids from the roots of Rauwolfia serpentina (Sarpagandha). Known for its potent antihypertensive and sedative properties, this plant requires a careful and controlled extraction environment—exactly what our systems are built to deliver.
Raw Material Used
- Dried Rauwolfia serpentina roots
- Cleaned and pulverized into coarse powder
- Sourced from certified Ayurvedic cultivators
Extraction Methods
- Solvent Used: Hydro-alcoholic solution (Ethanol + Water)
- Type: Maceration or percolation under controlled conditions
- Temperature Range: Ambient to 45°C (to prevent degradation of alkaloids)
- Duration: 24–48 hours depending on solvent type and concentration
Post-Extraction Processing
- Standardization: Reserpine percentage adjusted for pharmaceutical grade
- Purification: Optional chromatographic purification for high-purity output
- Form: Thick extract or powder depending on requirement
Applications
- Ayurvedic and allopathic antihypertensive medicines
- Herbal tranquilizers and CNS support products
- Formulations for anxiety, insomnia, and psychotic disorders
Plant Features
- SS316-grade contact parts to maintain alkaloid stability
- Anti-corrosive design for ethanol-based extraction
- Temperature-controlled vessels to prevent thermal breakdown
- Scalable plant capacities: 100L – 3000L
Utilities Required
- Steam boiler or electrical heating system
- Chilled water unit (for ethanol condensation)
- Vacuum pump and filtration system
- Flame-proof electricals (for ethanol use)
