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Phytochemistry of Genus Polygonatum: A Review

Received: 2 November 2014    Accepted: 6 November 2014    Published: 19 November 2014
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Abstract

The current review article deals with the comprehensive phytochemical background of genus Polygonatum. It was observed that out of approximately 60 species, only 9 are subject to phytochemical studies that led mostly to the isolation of saponins, phytohormones, glycosides, flavonoids, esters and alkaloids. However, the remaining species are still waiting for exploration.

Published in American Journal of Biomedical and Life Sciences (Volume 3, Issue 2-1)

This article belongs to the Special Issue Phytochemical and Pharmacological Study of Medicinal Plants

DOI 10.11648/j.ajbls.s.2015030201.12
Page(s) 5-20
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Keywords

Phytochemistry, Polygonatum, Liliaceae, Taxonomic status

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  • Department of Pharmacy, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan -23200, Pakistan

  • Institute of Chemical Sciences, University of Peshawar, Peshawar -25120, Pakistan

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