Introduction of mirtenal as an indicator component in essential oil of Cuminum cyminum Isfahan variety

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is one of the most important medicinal and aromatic plants which has high economic value in spite of its low yield. The seeds of Cuminum cyminum Isfahan variety were treated by six levels of chemical fertilizers and their essential oil was extracted by Clevenger. The essential oil yield was varied between 1.84% […]

Comparison of different populations of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Miller.) in terms of chemical compounds in the callus induced from tissue culture

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Miller.) herbaceous, perennial aromatic Apiaceae family is valuable secondary metabolites that are widely used in the food industry. This medicinal plant in the treatment of oral flatulence, indigestion and muscle spasms, as well as enhancing milk is used as a topical antimicrobial used. Seed Fennel After sterilization, the Petri dishes containing MS […]

Influence of water availability and potting media on the performance of Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata Nees.)

Andrographis paniculata Nees contains a bitter compound called andrographolide is commonly used for medicinal purposes. The herb has been revered for treating infectious diseases and highly regarded also as having a preventive effect from many diseases, due to its powerful immune strengthening benefits. Scientists today, however, are focusing on the herb’s application in treating the […]

Isolation and purification of allelochemicals from Cephalaria syriaca plant

This study was conducted to investigate the existence of allelochemicals in Cephalaria syriaca endemic weed plants, the process of purification and isolation of allelochemicals started from the plants root, shoot, seeds 70% methanolic extracts then it passed series of solvent solvent extractions with indicating the inhibitory effect of each fraction. Finally the 100% active fraction […]

Comparative determination of trace elements from Allium sativum, Rheum australe and Terminalia chebula by atomic absorption spectroscopy

In present study the bulb of Allium sativum, root of Rheum australe and fruit of Terminalia chebula were selected for trace elements analysis by Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. The plant samples were digested with concentrated Nitric acid (HNO3) and concentrated Perchloric acid (HClO4). The analysis for trace elements in the sampled plants indicated that Sodium, Potassium, […]