Chemical components and pharmacological benefits of Basil (Ocimum basilicum): a review

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of the most important crops with essential oils as well as polyphenols, phenolics, flavonoids and phenolic acids. This annual plant belongs to mint family, and indigenous to tropical regions. Basil leaves also has tremendous pharmaceutical benefits and it is common to...

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Main Authors: Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian, Wenli Sun, Qi Cheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2020-01-01
Series:International Journal of Food Properties
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10942912.2020.1828456