Ethnopharmacological Properties, Biological Activity and Phytochemical Attributes of Medicinal Plants, Volume 1

This book covers the morphological characteristics, ethnopharmacological properties, isolated and identified structurally diverse secondary metabolites, biological and pharmacological activities, and studies of clinical trials of medicinal plants. It also offers a comprehensive treatment of 56 plant species, presents the cell culture conditions and various methods used for increasing the production of medicinally important secondary metabolites in plant cell cultures, and provides a complete overview of each species of 56 genera and complete information up to 2022.

Format: Hardback
Length: 348 pages
Publication date: 24 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate world of medicinal plants, encompassing a wide range of topics. It explores the morphological characteristics, ethnopharmacological properties, isolated and identified structurally diverse secondary metabolites, biological and pharmacological activities of these invaluable natural resources. Ethnopharmacology, as a systematic study of folklore and traditional medicines, continues to yield innovative drugs and lead molecules for the pharmaceutical industry. It is remarkable that plant secondary metabolites, whether used as single molecules or in mixtures, can be effective and safe even when synthetic drugs fail. Therefore, the description and methods for targeted expression and purification of these secondary metabolites hold immense interest.

In addition to surveying these diverse aspects, the book offers a comprehensive treatment of 56 plant species. It provides detailed information on their morphological features, habitat, and distribution across different regions of the world. Furthermore, it delves into the ethnopharmacological applications of these species, highlighting their usage by various cultures worldwide for medicinal purposes. The book also presents the structures of various secondary metabolites identified in these 56 plant species, along with their biological and pharmacological activities. It discusses strategies employed for increasing the production of these valuable compounds, including organ culture, pH manipulation, elicitation techniques, hairy root cultures, light exposure, and mutagenesis.

Furthermore, the book provides a complete overview of each species, covering their taxonomy, botanical description, ethnobotanical information, and pharmacological properties. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, students, and practitioners in the fields of botany, pharmacology, and medicine. By unraveling the secrets of these medicinal plants, this book contributes to our understanding of nature's pharmacy and the potential for developing new and effective treatments for various diseases.

Weight: 830g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032507903