Phytochemical and Pharmacological Implications of Mangroves
English | 2026 | ISBN: 1041021356 | 354 pages | True PDF,EPUB | 47.82 MB
Mangrove ecosystems represent one of nature's most dynamic interfaces between terrestrial and marine environments. Over the past few decades, these resilient plants have drawn increasing scientific attention for their remarkable phytochemical diversity and pharmacological potential.Phytochemical and Pharmacological Implications of Mangrovespresents a comprehensive exploration of the chemical and therapeutic attributes of mangroves and their associated microbiota. This volume integrates fundamental and applied research to highlight the significance of mangrove-derived natural products in drug discovery and biomedical innovation.Key Features:Part I: Introduction- Provides an overview of current trends and future prospects in mangrove research, with emphasis on ecological relevance and emerging biotechnological applications.Part II: Phytochemical Implications of Mangroves- Examines the occurrence, distribution, and biological significance of diverse secondary metabolites, includingflavonoids, terpenoids, steroids, alkaloids, carotenoids, lignan glycosides, anthraquinones,andfatty acids. A dedicated chapter exploresmangrove-associated endophytesas potent producers of novel bioactive compounds.Part III: Pharmacological Implications of Mangroves- Discusses the therapeutic potential of mangrove-derived metabolites in the prevention and management of major diseases such ascancer, neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular ailments, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, liver dysfunction, ophthalmic diseases, atopic dermatitis,andmicrobial infections.Written and reviewed by experts in phytochemistry, pharmacology, and marine biotechnology, this book provides a detailed account of how mangrove biodiversity can be harnessed for sustainable healthcare solutions.Phytochemical and Pharmacological Implications of Mangrovesserves as an invaluable reference for researchers, academicians, and professionals in the fields of natural product chemistry, pharmacognosy, marine biology, and environmental sciences.