Phytochemistry Studies

Phytochemical-Based Study of Ethanolic Extract of Saraca asoca in Letrozole-Induced Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Female Adult Rats.

Researchers evaluated the potential of an ethanolic extract from the plant Roxb. to manage polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) in a rat model. The extract showed beneficial effects in normalizing hormone levels and improving ovarian function. This suggests that the extract could be used as a treatment option for PCOS.

Bu N et al (2023).
ACS Omega.
PubMed:
38024692

Effects of sage (Salvia officinalis) essential oil on growth, health and antioxidant capacity of common carp (Cyprinus carpio).

In this study, the effects of sage oil on carp were investigated. Sage oil did not affect growth, but increased antioxidant activity and improved gut health. It also increased fertility and disease resistance against A. hydrophila infection. Use of sage oil is recommended in carp farming.

Metin S et al (2023).
Vet Res Commun.
PubMed:
38012472

Citronella essential oil-based nanoemulsion as a post-emergence natural herbicide.

Researchers created a citronella-based herbicide using a microfluidization method. The nanoemulsion effectively killed narrow- and broadleaf weeds by damaging plant membranes and reducing chlorophyll and carotenoid content, making it a potential sustainable herbicide option for agriculture.

Somala N et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38012328

In vitro and in vivo antimalarial activity, cytotoxicity and phytochemical HRMS2 profile of plants from the Western Pará State, Brazilian Amazon.

Researchers assessed 11 plants from Santarém City in the Brazilian Amazonia for their antimalarial properties. Acmella oleracea, Siparuna krukovii, and Trema micrantha showed the highest inhibition of parasite growth. The ethanol extract of A. oleracea flowers holds promise for developing antimalarial phytomedicine.

Dos Santos MBV et al (2023).
Chem Biodivers.
PubMed:
38012088