Centella asiatica: from folk remedy to the medicinal biotechnology - a state revision

Alfarra, Helmi Yousif and Omar, Muhammad Nor (2013) Centella asiatica: from folk remedy to the medicinal biotechnology - a state revision. International Journal of Biosciences, 3 (6). pp. 49-67. ISSN 2220-6655

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Abstract

Centella asiatica or “gotu kola” has been used since long time ago as an ethno-pharmacological plant and supposed to be a potent medicinal plant for its various pharmacological effects favorable for human health. Many studies described the noteworthy protective effect of C. asiatica against numerous diseases. Biological activities of C. asiatica have been linked to the most major compounds in it. This state paper is a part of our ongoing research on C. asiatica, its activity, isolation of novel metabolites, and applying the biotechnological methods to improve this plant and its phytochemical activities.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Additional Information:	5626/30522
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Centella asiatica, asiaticoside, Asiatic acid, phytochemicals, natural products
Subjects:	Q Science > QD Chemistry
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Science > Department of Biotechnology
Depositing User:	Prof Dr Muhammad Nor Omar
Date Deposited:	29 Jul 2013 13:40
Last Modified:	29 Jul 2013 13:40
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/30522

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