Gnetum is a small, unique group of Gnetophyta with a controversial phylogenetic position.
Gnetum parvifolium is an important Chinese traditional medicinal plant, which is rich in …

Background Gnetum parvifolium stems and roots have been used for a long time in
traditional Chinese medicines. Stilbenes are bioactive compounds present in G. parvifolium …

Abstract Background Polygonum cuspidatum Sieb. et Zucc. is a well-known medicinal plant
whose pharmacological effects derive mainly from its stilbenes, anthraquinones, and …

Gentiana rigescens is an important medicinal herb in China. The main validated medicinal
component gentiopicroside is synthesized in shoots, but is mainly found in the plant's roots …

Essential oil of Cinnamomum burmannii is rich in monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes and is
widely used in cosmetics and medicines. Knowledge about the enzymes that catalyze the …

Gentiana straminea is a popular Tibetan medicine that has been used for thousands of
years in China to treat various diseases and conditions. Although it has multiple …

Sichuan pepper (Zanthoxylum armatum DC) is a popular spice and is often prescribed in
traditional Chinese medicine to treat vomiting, diarrhea, ascariasis and eczema, among …

The liverwort Radula marginata belongs to the bryophyte division of land plants and is a
prospective alternate source of cannabinoid-like compounds. However, mechanistic insights …

Abstract Background The fruits of Gardenia are rich in flavonoids and geniposides, which
have various pharmacological effects such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer …

Background Vernonia amygdalina as a tropical horticultural crop has been widely used for
medicinal herb, feed, and vegetable. Recently, increasing studies revealed that this species …