Researchers analyzed prickle development in Xanthoceras sorbifolia and identified key genes and pathways involved in lignification. Understanding this process can help improve management and harvesting of this economically important tree species.
Scientists analyzed the AP2/ERF gene family in Zanthoxylum armatum leaves. Four genes were identified as potentially involved in terpenoid biosynthesis. Methyl jasmonate treatment led to increased terpenoid content. This research provides insights for understanding and manipulating terpenoid production in Z. armatum.
ZADC is a plant used medicinally but its methanol extract causes neurotoxicity in rats. However, the specific toxic substances and the mechanism of neurotoxicity are still unknown.
Thyme and green tea extracts showed antimicrobial, antioxidant, hemolytic, and thrombolytic activities. These properties can be beneficial in treating diseases like cancer, diabetes, and respiratory diseases, and can be used as functional ingredients in food and drinks.
This study analyzed the chemical composition of root extracts using GC-MS and HPLC-PDA and found 37 phytochemicals. The extract contained polyphenols and showed antioxidant activity.
Researchers isolated and identified 15 alkylamides from the pericarps of Zanthoxylum armatum DC, a plant commonly used for medicinal purposes in Asia. Five of the compounds were previously unknown. The researchers found that compounds 2-4 had potential neuroprotective effects, reducing oxidative stress and increasing cell viability in human neuroblastoma cells. The study expands knowledge of alkylamide structures in Z. armatum and suggests the plant may have medicinal properties for neurodegenerative diseases.
This study investigated prickle formation in Z. armatum. Results suggest that phytohormones, transcription factors, and epigenetic modifications play roles in prickle initiation.
Scientists investigated the potential of two compounds from a plant extract in reducing inflammation related to neurodegenerative diseases. Using a human microglial cell model, they found that trans-ferulic acid and methyl ferulate significantly reduced the production of inflammatory mediators and increased levels of an anti-inflammatory factor. Additionally, the compounds inhibited the activation of a signaling pathway involved in inflammation. These findings suggest that the compounds could be useful in treating neuroinflammatory diseases.
Researchers evaluated the anti-urease effects of compounds found in the leaves of Datura ceratocaula. Three phenolic compounds were identified and found to interact significantly with both urease and SARS-CoV2 vital proteins. Chlorogenic acid was the most effective in interacting with both urease and the coronavirus main protease, while gallic acid was effective in interacting with five spike proteins of SARS-CoV2. The compounds also passed several tests for drug-likeness and could potentially be used as antagonists of urease.