Published : 2023-10-10

Papaver species: usage areas, essential oil, nutrient and elements contents, biological activities

Falah Saleh Mohammed

Imran Uysal

Hasan Hüseyin Yaz

Mustafa Sevindik

Abstract

In this study, the utilisation areas, general characteristics, biological activities, mineral and nutrient contents, and chemical compositions of Papaver species were compiled based on literature data. The research findings indicate that Papaver species are consumed either directly or in conjunction with other food products. Furthermore, it has been determined that the Papaver plant material contains significant amounts of essential nutrients and minerals. Additionally, it has been determined that Papaver species may serve as a natural source of antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer compounds. It has been observed that the compounds reported in Papaver species may be an important source of many biological activities. As a result, it has been determined that Papaver species could be a significant natural resource.

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antioxidant, antimicrobial, anticancer, medicinal plants, Papaver, poppy


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Mohammed, F. S., Uysal, I., Yaz, H. H., & Sevindik, M. (2023). Papaver species: usage areas, essential oil, nutrient and elements contents, biological activities. Prospects in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 21(4), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.56782/pps.142

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