Chemical compositions, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and mosquito larvicidal activity of Ocimum americanum L. and Ocimum basilicum L. leaf essential oils

Abstract Background Ocimum americanum L. (O. americanum) and Ocimum basilicum L. (O. basilicum) are highly valued aromatic medicinal plants. Their leaves are widely used as spices in traditional cuisine. Their essential oils (EOs) are extensively used in food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries...

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Published in:	BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies
Main Authors:	Ganesan Mahendran, Sornkanok Vimolmangkang
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2023-10-01
Subjects:	Ocimum Basil leaf Antibacterial Flavor Aromatherapy
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12906-023-04214-2