Latest Industry News and Company Updates
Author: Zhongchuan Peony Publish Time: 2024-06-19 Origin: Site
What is peony seed?
Peony seeds are the seeds of peony flowers, usually in the shape of five pointed stars, with hard shells protecting the corners. They usually mature in early August. Its color is black, with a hard texture and a slightly bitter taste.
Medicinal value: Peony seeds contain abundant unsaturated fatty acids such as linolenic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid, which have good health benefits for the human body. For example, they can inhibit lipid peroxidation, lower blood lipids and cholesterol, and protect cardiovascular health. In addition, peony seeds also have various pharmacological effects such as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral.
Edible value: Peony seed oil is a high-quality vegetable oil that is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and contains various bioactive substances such as sterols and squalene. These ingredients have good nutritional value and health benefits for the human body, and can be used in various food preparation methods such as cooking, cold mixing, baking, etc.
Cosmetic raw materials: Peony seed oil has excellent moisturizing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects, and is therefore widely used in the field of cosmetics. It can be used as a base oil to make face cream, lotion, essence, massage oil and other products to help improve skin dryness, sensitivity, aging and other problems.
Industrial use: Peony seed oil also has good stability and antioxidant properties, so it is widely used in the industrial field. For example, it can be used as a raw material for lubricating oil, rust proof oil, biodiesel and other products, with broad market prospects.
Agricultural use: Peony seeds can be used as feed additives to improve the nutritional value and quality of animal products. Meanwhile, peony seeds can also be used to make organic fertilizers, providing a high-quality source of nutrients for agricultural production.