Abstract
New processing method for R. Radix preparata was developed by using the landrace variety as a control and 'Jiwhang 1' (Rehmannia glutinosa Liboschitiz). Sliced Rehmanna glutinosa Liboschitiz was steam heated by normal and high pressure conditions for tbe round-shaped R. Radix preparata processing. About 254 to 264 hours were required for the processing of domestic variety, and about 260 to 280 hours were required for 'Jiwhang l', but their yields were ranged about 71.42-71.6%. Fructose and glucose were major free sugar of R. Radix preparata, and their composition rates were 63-65% and 30%, respectively, but sucrose and maltose were traced only small amount. The Catalpol content was decreased as increasing the frequencies of steam heating repetion. But the catalpol was not completely removed. After processing. R. Radix preparata packed with paper-bag or PE-bag, and storaged at common temperature was keeping a best quality.