Unlock the Power of Medicinal Plants: A Comprehensive Guide

This book, “Ethnopharmacological Properties, Biological Activity and Phytochemical Attributes of Medicinal Plants,” is a treasure trove of information on the morphological characteristics, ethnopharmacological properties, and biological and pharmacological activities of medicinal plants. Written by Bharat Singh, a renowned expert in the field, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the ethnopharmacological properties, phytochemistry, and biological and pharmacological activities of plants.

The Importance of Ethnopharmacology

Ethnopharmacology, the systematic study of folklore/traditional medicines, has been instrumental in providing innovative drugs and lead molecules for the pharmaceutical industry. Plant secondary metabolites, used as a single molecule or as a mixture, have been proven to be effective and safe even when synthetic drugs fail.

Comprehensive Treatment of 56 Plant Species

This book provides a comprehensive treatment of 56 plant species, covering their morphological features, habitat, and distribution. It also delves into the ethnopharmacological applications of these species, highlighting their use in ethnomedicinal practices around the world.

Secondary Metabolites: The Key to Medicinal Properties

The book describes the structures of various secondary metabolites identified in the 56 plant species, along with their biological and pharmacological activities. It also discusses strategies for increasing the production of these medicinally important secondary metabolites in plant cell cultures, including organ culture, pH, elicitation, hairy root cultures, light, and mutagenesis.

A Valuable Resource for Professionals and Students

“Ethnopharmacological Properties, Biological Activity and Phytochemical Attributes of Medicinal Plants” is an essential book for undergraduate and postgraduate students, pharmacologists, phytochemists, Ayurvedic practitioners, medical doctors, and biotechnologists. It provides a complete overview of each species, including up-to-date information up to 2022.

Publisher: CRC Press

Language: English

ISBN: 9781032503363, 9781000964813