Tragacantha eriocephala

Tragacantha eriocephala, also known as the milk thistle or silymarin, is a flowering plant in the dandelion tribe within the sunflower family.

Traditionally, it has been used for its medicinal properties, which include antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective effects.

The plant's seeds contain silymarin, a flavonoid complex that has been found to offer health benefits such as liver protection, improved digestion, and antioxidant properties, potentially reducing the risk of liver disease and improving overall health.

Tragacantha eriocephala is often used in herbal preparations, including capsules, tablets, and tea, to support liver health and detoxification, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various health conditions.