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Is Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract vegan?

Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract

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Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Melothria heterophylla (also known as Solena amplexicaulis, the creeping cucumber), a plant of the family Cucurbitaceae native to tropical Asia, traditionally used as food and in folk medicine.

Also known as Solena Amplexicaulis Root Extract
INCI name Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
CosIng ID 57856
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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