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Medicinal properties, phytochemistry, and pharmacology of Myristicaceae family: A review

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Abstract

The Myristicaceae family has 500 species, divided into 3 genera: Myristica, Knema, and Horsfieldia. These species are distributed across tropical Asia, Africa, and America. This plant has active ingredients, including polyketides and lignans, which have a range of biological properties such as anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and anti-microbial. This review aims to examine the variety of biological activities and chemical structures of the bioactive chemicals present in the Myristicaceae family from across the globe.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)38-58
Number of pages21
JournalJournal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science
Volume14
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 2024

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • bioactivities
  • Knema and Horsfieldia
  • Myristica
  • Myristicaceae

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