Unlocking the aromatic potential of Knema laurina: insights into its essential oil composition and bioactivities

Mohd Zaini, Nur Nabilah and Mohd Rahimi, Faezatul Alwani and Salihu, Abubakar Siddiq and Wan Salleh, Wan Mohd Nuzul Hakimi and Ab Ghani, Nurunajah and Arzmi, Mohd Hafiz and Kasote, Deepak Mahadev (2026) Unlocking the aromatic potential of Knema laurina: insights into its essential oil composition and bioactivities. Chemistry of Natural Compounds, 62 (2). pp. 397-399. ISSN 0009-3130 E-ISSN 1573-8388

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Abstract

The genus Knema belongs to the Myristicaceae family, commonly known as the nutmeg family. It comprises around 80–100 species of evergreen trees found predominantly in tropical Asia, particularly in regions such as India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Among over 185 reported compounds, the major compounds that exhibit promising pharmacological activities are phenolic acids, lignans, flavonoids, and neolignans.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Knema; Myristicaceae; Pharmacological activities
Subjects:	Q Science > QD Chemistry Q Science > QK Botany Q Science > QR Microbiology
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Dentistry > Department of Fundamental Dental and Medical Sciences Kulliyyah of Dentistry
Depositing User:	Prof Ts Dr Mohd Hafiz Arzmi
Date Deposited:	23 Jul 2026 16:11
Last Update:	23 Jul 2026 16:11
Queue Number:	2026-07-Q4116
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/130001

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