New Approaches on Japanese Knotweed ( Fallopia japonica ) Bioactive Compounds and Their Potential of Pharmacological and Beekeeping Activities: Challenges and Future Directions
Known especially for its negative ecological impact, (Japanese knotweed) is now considered one of the most invasive species. Nevertheless, its chemical composition has shown, beyond doubt, some high biological active compounds that can be a source of valuable pharmacological potential for the enhanc...
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Published in: | Plants (Basel) Vol. 10; no. 12; p. 2621 |
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Main Authors: | , , , , , , , , |
Format: | Journal Article |
Language: | English |
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Switzerland
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29-11-2021
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Summary: | Known especially for its negative ecological impact,
(Japanese knotweed) is now considered one of the most invasive species. Nevertheless, its chemical composition has shown, beyond doubt, some high biological active compounds that can be a source of valuable pharmacological potential for the enhancement of human health. In this direction, resveratrol, emodin or polydatin, to name a few, have been extensively studied to demonstrate the beneficial effects on animals and humans. Thus, by taking into consideration the recent advances in the study of Japanese knotweed and its phytochemical constituents, the aim of this article is to provide an overview on the high therapeutic potential, underlining its antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects, among the most important ones. Moreover, we describe some future directions for reducing the negative impact of
by using the plant for its beekeeping properties in providing a distinct honey type that incorporates most of its bioactive compounds, with the same health-promoting properties. |
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ISSN: | 2223-7747 2223-7747 |
DOI: | 10.3390/plants10122621 |