In vitro culture and production of syringin and rutin in Saussurea involucrata (Kar. et Kir.) - an endangered medicinal plant.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Saussurea involucrata (Kar. et Kir.) commonly known as 'snow lotus' or 'Xue Lian' is an important plant in the traditional Chinese system of medicine. The plant contains flavonoids such as syringin and rutin. These compounds have been reported to be anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory and dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure, prevent cardiovascular diseases, enhance immunity, and act as anti-aging, anti-cancer, and anti-fatigue agents. The species has become endangered due to the excessive collection of S. involucrata plants in the wild, slower plant growth and ecological destruction of natural habitats. There is a severe shortage of plant material, while the market demand is ever increasing. Hence, it is very important to apply tissue culture technique for plant pro

SUBMITTER: Kuo CL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5430372 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature