Chanca Piedra (Phyllanthus niruri) 500mg | 60 capsules | Swanson

Chanca Piedra by Swanson

A herb with a striking name and a long history of use. Chanca piedra has been used for centuries in South America, India, and China. Its Latin name, Phyllanthus niruri, tells you exactly which plant it is. Swanson processes the whole herb, including the leaves and stems, into a plant-based capsule containing 500 mg. For those seeking a classic traditional herb in a vegan form.

Where the name comes from

The name chanca piedra comes from Spanish. Although there are several species of Phyllanthus worldwide, it is Phyllanthus niruri that is known for its specific plant compounds. The herb grows as a small weed in tropical regions and has been harvested there for generations.

Full Spectrum, the whole herb

This is a Full Spectrum product. This means that Swanson does not isolate a single compound, but uses the entire above-ground herb: leaves and stems together. You therefore get the complete plant in powder form, with everything that naturally occurs in it, rather than a highly concentrated extract of a single component. Many herb enthusiasts consider this the most recognizable way to take chanca piedra.

The compounds in chanca piedra

Phyllanthus niruri naturally contains a wide range of plant compounds, including lignans, flavonoids, and alkaloids. These occur naturally in the leaves and stems and are not added separately to a Full Spectrum powder. The capsule itself is made of hypromellose, a plant-based material, making this product suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

In short, you get the complete herb here: 500 mg of chanca piedra leaves and stems per capsule, in a plant-based form. One bottle contains sixty capsules. A trusted name from the tropics, now conveniently packaged for everyday use.