Bücher der Reihe Medicinal and Aromatic Plants - Industrial Profiles

Cultivated in an increasing number of countries, vanilla is a universally appreciated flavor that is consumed worldwide. However, most users are unaware of the plant from which the product comes. This book presents up-to-date reviews on the cultivation, curing, and uses of vanilla. The latest scientific data provides information on genetic status, resources, pests, diseases, cultural practices, biosynthesis of aromatic compounds, and aroma development. Leading contributors from around the world examine emergent countries for vanilla production, including China, India, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea. The text also explores the relationship between fruit development anatomy and flavor quality.

A comprehensive treatment of Poppy emphasising its importance in medical and industrial usage , this volume should be of interest to everyone involved in medicinal plant research.

Cannabis sativa has provided man with a source of fuel, textiles, paper, rope, medicines, and intoxication for over 5000 years. This book contains a series of expert dissertations, supported by over 700 references on the history, ethnobotany, chemistry and analysis, and cultivation and processing of cannabis. The medicinal and nonmedicinal uses of the plant and its derivatives are viewed in the context of national and international legislation to define and control its use. Developments in cannabinoid pharmacology research and receptor theory are also discussed.This book provides a comprehensive overview of cannabis use and abuse and will be an invaluable reference source for anyone with an interest in the wide range of applications of this fascinating plant and its therapeutic and commercial potential.

Viscum album has been used as a remedy for 2000 years, in the 21st century predominantly in complementary cancer therapy. This book examines mistletoes world-wide, their history, cultivation, development and processing, description of relevant compounds, pharmacology and toxicology.

This volume provides readers with biotechnological aspects of ergot alkaloid production and genetic and physiological data. Toxicology and environmental risks of ergot infection and contamination of food and forage are also detailed

This book explores a range of essential facets of what many consider to be a wonder plant. It begins by examining cultural practices and their implications for date quality. The contributors discuss tissue culture studies, farm water management, mechanization approaches in pollination and harvesting operations, and marketing aspects. Next, the book focuses on postharvest operations and highlights the physical, chemical, and structural characteristics of dates. The final section discusses the possibilities for nutritional and medicinal use and reviews the use of dates in indigenous medicine.

Discussing its biochemistry, as well as its history, this work examines the findings regarding pomegranate's preventive potential against two of the major chronic diseases of aging, heart disease and cancer, detailing the location, action, and bioavailability of the phytochemicals found in the fruit's flesh, peels, and seeds.

A comprehensive review of all that is known about this crop. Serving as both a textbook and reference volume, it will be the major reference source for all pepper workers for some time to come.

World production of citrus fruits is growing. The application of these products include foods, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. This book presents research on methods of the analysis, composition, adulteration, contaminants, and biological activity of citrus products.

Written by experts and extensively referenced, this book examines every aspect of this particular genus from its physiological to pharmacological properties. A definitive reference on Oregano which will appeal to both academia and industry.

An up-to-date review of this popular medicinal plant genus, this book will be of interest to all those concerned with the study and use of medicinal plants and provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the status of tea tree.

Explores the history, diversity, crop improvement, biotechnology, production, chemical constituents, market trends, processing, product development and medical uses of turmeric. This book examines export/import data and explains turmeric's importance to both the food and cosmetic industry.

Valerian, is an up-to-date treatment of all aspects of this very important genus of plants, used in the traditional medicine of many parts of the world, particularly as a sedative. It includes material written by experts dealing with a variety of aspects including the ethnobotany, chemistry, pharmacology, cultivation, analysis and commercial aspects of Valeriana.This book will be of interest to all those concerned with the study and use of medicinal and aromatic plants and provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the status of this particular genus.

A comprehensive review of sesame and its close relative that covers ethnographic data, modern use, linguistic analysis of sesame names from around the world, market size, export and import data, geographical sources, and use in the food and cosmetic industries.

Presents an in-depth look at the genus Mentha, providing information on its history, production, chemical constituents, market trends, and medicinal and nutritional uses. This book covers the complex aspects of the cultivation, processing, and quality assessment of the different types of mint.

An in-depth review with contributions from researchers from across the globe, this book will be of interest to anyone involved with this genus in both academia and industry.

This comprehensive review on neem is an excellent collation of observations and research efforts by botanists, taxonomists and medical practitioners and will be of interest to everyone with an interest involved in medicinal and aromatic plant research.

A present and up-to-date overview of this particular genus, the contents of this volume include a history of its use, biotechnology, extraction of ginkgo leaves and extensive coverage of the ginkolides; their discovery, biosynthesis, chemical analysis, clinical use and pharmacological activity. Other important constituents are also given attention.This book gives a timely overview of this economically and medicinally highly important species and will be of interest to everyone involved in medicinal plant research and drug development.