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VOL. 11, ISSUE 5 (2024)
A brief review on phytoconstituents, biological activities and therapeutic uses of Ocimum basilicum: king of herbs
Authors
Namrata Khati, M Suhel Javed*, Iram, Deepti Parihar
Abstract
Ocimum basilicum
commonly known as sweet basil and designated as the King of herbs is widely
used as a traditional medicine to cure numerous diseases from ancient times. It
is also used in culinary practices and cosmetic industries. It has mythological
as well as therapeutic importance that is shown by its wide spectrum of
biological activities such as antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antiviral, etc. The chemical profile of Ocimum
basilicum reveals that it is a rich source of linalool, methyl chavicol,
eugenol, methyl eugenol and geraniol. This review explores the phytochemical
profile, biological activities and therapeutic uses of Ocimum basilicum in
our life.
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Pages:60-66
How to cite this article:
Namrata Khati, M Suhel Javed*, Iram, Deepti Parihar "A brief review on phytoconstituents, biological activities and therapeutic uses of <i>Ocimum basilicum</i>: king of herbs". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 11, Issue 5, 2024, Pages 60-66
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