Details of Medicinal Plants

Gardenia Fruit

Gardenia Fruit
Gardenia Fruit is the fruit of Gardenia jasminoides Ellis (Rubiaceae), sometimes after being passed through hot water or steamed.
Gardenia Fruit contains geniposide as an ingredient and is said to have a cholagogic effect. Gardenia fruits are also used in food products, often used to give a yellow color to foods.