Sunita Shailajan1,*, Swati Singh1, Sasikumar Menon21Herbal Research Lab (Industrial Co-ordination Centre), Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College, Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA.2Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Laboratory, Sion (East), Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,127-132.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.2.23Published: April 2021Type: Original Article ABSTRACT Introduction: Bergenia ligulata Wall. is a popular medicinal herb from family Saxifragaceae, belonging to category of medicinal plants, the authentic species of which are not available easily. Though Ayurvedic Formulary of India prescribes the use of Bergenia ligulata, manufacturers have been using different species of Bergenia in many traditional Ayurvedic formulations including Pushyanuga churna (PC). Commercial exploitation of Bergenia ligulata has resulted in imbalance between supplies…
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Mitchell Henry Wright1, Anthony Carlson Greene2, Ian Edwin Cock2,3,*1Leviathan Biosciences, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2School of Environment and Science, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.3Environmental Futures Research Institute, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,133-137.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.2.24Published: April 2021Type: Original Article ABSTRACT Introduction: Eucalyptus baileyana (Bailey’s stringy bark) and Eucalyptus major (Queensland grey gum) have been previously used as antimicrobials against a variety of ailments. This study evaluated the effectiveness of E. baileyana and E. major as inhibitory agents against Shewanella putrefaciens, a bacterium widely associated with fish spoilage. Methodology: E. baileyana and E. major extracts were prepared using the leaves of each…
Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian1, Wenli Sun1, Qi Cheng1,2,*1Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, CHINA.2College of Life Sciences, Hebei Agricultural University, Baoding, Global Alliance of HeBAU-CLS&HeQiS for BioAl-Manufacturing, Baoding, Hebei, CHINA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,138-141.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.2.25Published: April 2021Type: Short Communication ABSTRACT Introduction: Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi L.) seeds are derived from a herb plant of the family Apiaceae. It is also known as Ajowan caraway, bishops weed or carom and has substantial medicinal properties. Methods: The keywords of Ajwain, traditional medicine, health benefits, pharmaceutical science and health benefits were searched in Google Scholar, Scopus, ResearchGate and PubMed. Results: Ajwain oil has a wide…
Mitchell Henry WrightLeviathan Biosciences, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,142.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.2.26Published: April 2021Type: The Janus Corner ABSTRACT The genus Terminalia comprise over 250 species and are well-documented for their use in traditional (Ayurveda) medicines.1 Investigations into the medicinal potential of these plants has revealed that they not only contain numerous anti-inflammatory and antibacterial compounds2-7 but can prevent the development of cancers, as well as the induction of apoptosis of cancerous cells.8 Recently, an article that was written by Cock and Cheesman8 that summarises the available research on Terminalia spp. from a pharmacognostic standpoint. Focusing on the phytochemical profiles of these plants, as…
Ian Edwin Cock1,2,*1Environmental Futures Research Institute, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland 4111, AUSTRALIA.2School of Natural Sciences, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland 4111, AUSTRALIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,143-144.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.2.27Published: April 2021Type: Medicinal Plant Images ABSTRACT Swainsona formosa (G. Don) Joy Thomps. (family Fabaceae; synonyms Clianthus formosus (G. Don) Ford & Vickery, Clianthus dampieri Lindl., Clianthus oxleyi A.Cunn. ex Lindl.; commonly known as Sturt’s desert pea) is a low growing or prostrate legume which is endemic to arid inland regions of the Australian continent. Several Swainsona spp. were used by Australian Aborigines as traditional medicines.[1,…
Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,2,145.Published: April 2021Type: Upcoming Events ABSTRACT Disclaimer: The following conference dates and details have been provided using currently available information. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the current COVID-19 pandemic and the changes that may become necessary to due to local regulations and/or to ensure safety, these conferences may change prior to their commencement date. All reasonable attempts have been made to check and ensure the validity of these details. However, potential delegates are recommended to check these details with the conference organisers closer to the commencement date. Furthermore, as different regions and countries have different travel restrictions…
Ian Edwin Cock1,2,*1Environmental Futures Research Institute, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA.2School of Natural Sciences, Nathan Campus, Griffith University, Kessels Rd, Nathan, Brisbane, Queensland, AUSTRALIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,1,1.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.1.1Published: January 2021Type: Editorial ABSTRACT Dear Readers and Authors, I am pleased to bring you Volume 11, Issue 1 of Pharmacognosy Communications. In this issue we present new research reports examining the pharmacognosy of several important medicinal plants including the antibacterial activity of Astrotrichia latifolia Benth., Brassica oleracea L. (kale) and Arthrospira spp. (spirulina) extracts. We also include a number of reviews of medicinal plants and their constituents. In particular, this issue presents reviews on the phytochemistry and…
Sean R AlcornSchool of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, QUM Network, Griffith University, Gold Coast, AUSTRALIA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,1,2-8.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.1.2Published: January 2021Type: Commentary ABSTRACT Background: The unprecedented modern pandemic that is COVID-19 has awakened a global fear of viral disease and an activation of viral targeted drug discovery not seen before in modern times. Whilst the vaccines about to enter the market, are an important component of the strategy to combat COVID-19, vaccination should be considered a part of a wider strategy to address this and future zoonotic viral outbreaks. Plant-based approaches may provide valuable avenues for viral disease management. Methods: This commentary combines an appraisal of…
Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian1, Wenli Sun1, Qi Cheng1,2,*1Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, CHINA.2College of Life Sciences, Hebei Agricultural University, Baoding, Hebei, China; Global Alliance of HeBAU-CLS&HeQiS for BioAl-Manufacturing, Baoding, Hebei, CHINA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,1,9-12.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.1.3Published: January 2021Type: Review Article ABSTRACT Introduction: This edible vegetable has been used as food and traditional herbal medicine in different countries. Most population of the world, especially in developing countries relies on traditional medicine. Methods: They keywords of leek, traditional Medicine, health Benefits and A. ampeloprasum, western medicine and pharmaceutical science were searched in Google Scholar, Scopus, Research Gate and PubMed. Results: Allium ampeloprasum…
Wenli Sun1,2, Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian1,2, Qi Cheng1,2,*1Biotechnology Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, CHINA.2Nitrogen Fixation Laboratory, Qi Institute, Building Chuangye Road, Jiaxing, Zhejiang, CHINA. Pharmacognosy Communications,2021,11,1,13-21.DOI:10.5530/pc.2021.1.4Published: January 2021Type: Review Article ABSTRACT Introduction: The aim of this review was to summarize the most important traditional and modern health benefits of Schisanda berry. Methods: We used PubMed, Science Direct and Google to search for and collect scientific publication for a full evaluation of current evidence in the literature indicating the potential role of Schisanda berry. Results: The traditional Chinese medicine (TCMs) is essential components of alternative medicines. Schisandra berry (Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. (Magnoliaceae) or Wu-Wei-Zi, which means the fruit…