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PubMed: 38140476 DOI: 10.3390/plants12244148

Sweet Basil ( L.)-A Review of Its Botany, Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activities, and Biotechnological Development.

Plants (Basel) 12(24)

Authors: Nabilah Sekar Azizah, Budi Irawan, Joko Kusmoro, Wahyu Safriansyah, Kindi Farabi, Dina Oktavia, Febri Doni, Mia Miranti

Affiliations

  • Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor 45363, Indonesia.
  • Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor 45363, Indonesia.
  • Department of Transdisciplinary, Graduate School, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung 40132, Indonesia.

Abstract

An urgent demand for natural compound alternatives to conventional medications has arisen due to global health challenges, such as drug resistance and the adverse effects associated with synthetic drugs. Plant extracts are considered an alternative due to their favorable safety profiles and potential for reducing side effects. Sweet basil ( L.) is a valuable plant resource and a potential candidate for the development of pharmaceutical medications. A single pure compound or a combination of compounds exhibits exceptional medicinal properties, including antiviral activity against both DNA and RNA viruses, antibacterial effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, antifungal properties, antioxidant activity, antidiabetic potential, neuroprotective qualities, and anticancer properties. The plant contains various phytochemical constituents, which mostly consist of linalool, eucalyptol, estragole, and eugenol. For centuries, community and traditional healers across the globe have employed L. to treat a wide range of ailments, including flu, fever, colds, as well as issues pertaining to digestion, reproduction, and respiration. In addition, the current research presented underscores the significant potential of -related nanotechnology applications in addressing diverse challenges and advancing numerous fields. This promising avenue of exploration holds great potential for future scientific and technological advancements, promising improved utilization of medicinal products derived from L.

MeSH

Biotechnology, Botany, Pharmaceutical Preparations, Nanotechnology, Rna Viruses, Gram-Negative Bacteria, Exhibitions As Topic

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