Development of Plant-Based Medicines: Conservation, Efficacy and Safety
Development of Plant-Based Medicines: Conservation, Efficacy and Safety

Author: Praveen K. Saxena

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-03-14

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 9401597790

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The `plant' is often the most neglected part of plant-based medicine. Throughout time, humans have searched, collected, and effectively used plants for healing. Currently, the medicinal plant-based business is flourishing at a dramatic pace and at the expense of an already declining population of plant species, many of which are on the verge of extinction. In spite of this history and popularity, the mystery of what transforms a plant into a medicinal plant persists, and there are chronic problems with ensuring the safety and efficacy of medicinal plant products. Therefore, there is a real need for a full characterization of medicinal plant species and for the development and application of novel technologies for the production of plant-based medicines. This book highlights some of the recent advances and new approaches to the development of technologies for plant-based medicines and is intended to stimulate new discussions among researchers, regulatory authorities, and pharmaceutical organizations, leading to significant advancements in the field.

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of South America
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants of South America

Author: Ulysses Paulino Albuquerque

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-10-24

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 9402415521

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This volume in the series deals with the major Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) of South America, providing information on major aspects of this specific group of plants on that continent (botany, traditional usage, chemistry, production/collection practices, trade and utilization). Brazil, in particular, offers an immense amount of biodiversity, including plants with great pharmacological interest and ethno-medicinal importance. Contributions are from internationally recognized professionals, specialists of the Medicinal and Aromatic Plant domain and have been invited mostly from the members of the International Society for Horticultural Science and International Council for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants.

Essential Oils
Essential Oils

Author: Valdir Florêncio da Veiga Jr.

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2023-12-01

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 100380912X

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Essential oils, well-known for their remarkable properties, have played a ubiquitous role throughout human history. They connect us to our past, invoking memories of childhood places and the aromas of our grandparents' kitchens. From the fragrant scents of ancient Egypt to the natural preservatives found in 15th century Oriental spices, essential oils have the ability to stimulate, numb, and captivate our senses through their effects on the central nervous system. This book presents several innovative studies on the isolation, biological, and pharmacological properties of essential oils, conducted by multidisciplinary groups from different countries.

Human Exploitation and Biodiversity Conservation
Human Exploitation and Biodiversity Conservation

Author: David L. Hawksworth

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2008-01-03

Total Pages: 507

ISBN-13: 1402052839

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This book presents a wide range of contributions addressing diverse aspects of biodiversity exploitation and conservation. These collectively provide a snapshot of ongoing action and state-of-the-art research, rather than a series of necessarily more superficial overviews. Examples presented here derive from studies in 17 countries including Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America. These reports will stimulate future work toward attaining a sustainable balance between the conservation and exploitation of biodiversity.