About Rhodiola

Standardized extracts are concentrated forms of plant materials that have been processed to contain specific active compounds in defined percentages, such as 3% rosavins and 1% salidroside. These extracts are often used for their potential health benefits, including adaptogenic properties, which may help the body adapt to stress and enhance physical and mental performance.

Official resources

Fact sheets from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements related to this ingredient group.

Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).

DSLD group id
115

Compare All Forms

8 forms

Compare supplement forms of Rhodiola by absorption quality and what your body actually gets from each:

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Form Absorption Steps to absorb Notes Action
Rhodiola — — — View →
Rhodiola (unspecified)
  • DSLD group id: 4240
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Rhodiola crenulata — — — View →
Rhodiola Root Powder
  • Label category: natural
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Rhodiola Rosea — — — View →
Rhodiola sacra — — — View →
Salidroside-Enriched Extract
  • Label category: natural
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Standardized Extract (e.g., 3% rosavins, 1% salidroside)
  • Label category: natural
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Also appears on labels as

Additional names seen on supplement labels for forms of this ingredient (beyond the main aliases above).

certified organic rhodiola extract, organic fermented rhodiola, organic rhodiola [root] 4:1 extract, raw rhodiola powder, rhodiola (root) hydroethanolic extract, Rhodiola (unspecified), rhodiola 3%, rhodiola extract, powder, rhodiola extractives, rhodiola pe, rhodiola root, rhodiola root powder, rhodiola sp., rhodiola {flower extract}

Type: Herbs

Plant-based supplements derived from leaves, roots, flowers, or other plant parts. Often used in traditional medicine systems.

Absorption: Many herbs require specific extraction methods or co-factors (like piperine for curcumin) for optimal absorption.

Interactions: Herbs can have significant drug interactions. Some herbs have blood-thinning effects. Consult healthcare provider before use.

Potential Benefits

Benefits associated with Rhodiola forms:

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Potential Side Effects

Side effects associated with Rhodiola forms:

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