Open Life Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Abstract
Methanolic
extract
from
Salsola
imbricata
was
investigated
for
its
phytochemical
content,
antioxidant,
and
antimicrobial
properties
against
phytopathogenic
fungi
bacteria.
Phytochemical
analysis
revealed
the
presence
of
saponin,
tannins,
alkaloids
with
1.25%,
18.8
mg
catechin/g
extract,
9.12%,
respectively.
Total
flavonoid
content
20.8
quercetin
equivalent/g
while
total
phenolic
202
gallic
acid
equivalent/g.
Antioxidant
activity
using
2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl
assay
resulted
in
an
IC
50
value
48.61
µg/mL,
phosphomolybdenum
method
yielded
a
215.43
ascorbic
extract.
The
highest
acids
detected
were
(712.97
µg/g),
syringic
(742.7
caffeic
(474.70
µg/g)
according
to
high-performance
liquid
chromatography
analysis.
Palmitic
(28.38%)
dominated
fatty
identified
by
gas
chromatography–mass
spectrometry,
stigmasterol
(8.34%)
most
abundant
steroid.
At
concentration
3
mg/mL,
showed
strong
antibacterial
Pectobacterium
carotovorum
(10.50
mm),
Ralstonia
solanacearum
(9.93
atrosepticum
(8.37
mm).
Additionally,
significantly
suppressed
fungal
growth
Rhizoctonia
solani
(38.22%)
Fusarium
oxysporum
(33.56%)
but
lower
toward
Botrytis
cinerea
(13.33%)
at
5
mg/mL.
In
conclusion,
S.
exhibited
promising
antioxidant
properties,
making
it
potential
candidate
further
exploration
agricultural
applications.
Sustainability,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(8), P. 3396 - 3396
Published: April 18, 2024
This
study
investigated
the
potential
of
biochar
as
a
sustainable
material
for
waste
utilization
and
carbon
sequestration
in
soil.
Biochar
was
prepared
from
cow
manure
(CM)
applied
to
processed
by
subjecting
CM
various
temperature
ranges
(400
[CMB400],
550
[CMB550],
700
°C
[CMB700])
under
nitrogen
gas
(allowed
flow
restrict
oxygen),
with
residence
time
set
3
h.
The
characteristics
produced
at
each
were
analyzed.
experiment
conducted
approximately
15
weeks
laboratory
maintained
between
24
26
°C.
growth
rate
plants
obtained
measuring
their
length
weekly,
starting
4
after
crop
establishment.
CMB550
exhibited
highest
specific
surface
area
(117.57
m2
g−1)
well-distributed
pore
size;
therefore,
it
mixed
soil
ratio
put
pots
planting
Salicornia
herbacea
L.
(glasswort)
laboratory.
results
demonstrated
that
adding
increased
plant
could
store
organic
carbon.
In
addition,
an
investigation
heavy
metals
samples
had
lower
metal
concentrations
glasswort
than
those
without
because
adsorb
metals.
By
interacting
ions
solution,
reactive
sites
functional
groups
on
immobilize
them
lessen
potentially
detrimental
effects
growth.
Overall,
has
be
valuable
resource
management
environmental
improvement.
Frontiers in Bioscience-Landmark,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(9)
Published: Sept. 20, 2024
The
cultivation
of
halophytes
is
an
alternative
approach
to
sustain
agricultural
productivity
under
changing
climate.
They
are
densely
equipped
with
a
diverse
group
metabolites
that
serve
multiple
functions,
such
as
providing
tolerance
plants
against
extreme
conditions,
being
used
food
source
by
humans
and
ruminants
containing
bioactive
compounds
medicinal
importance.
However,
some
metabolites,
when
synthesized
in
greater
concentration
above
their
threshold
level,
considered
antinutrients.
Widely
reported
antinutrients
include
terpenes,
saponins,
phytate,
alkaloids,
cyanides,
tannins,
lectins,
protease
inhibitors,
calcium
oxalate,
etc.
reduce
the
body's
ability
absorb
essential
nutrients
from
diet
also
cause
serious
health
problems.
This
review
focuses
on
found
both
wild
edible
beneficial
well
adverse
effects
human
health.
Efforts
were
made
highlight
scientific
evidence
describe
processing
methods
might
help
reducing
while
using
crop
future
biosaline
agriculture.
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(13), P. 5534 - 5534
Published: June 26, 2024
This
study
undertakes
a
thorough
review
of
the
ethnomedicinal
properties
salt-tolerant
plants
and
their
potential
to
treat
neurological
disorders
enhance
mental
health.
Aimed
at
bridging
gap
between
historical
knowledge
contemporary
scientific
validation,
our
research
meticulously
evaluates
both
traditional
uses
existing
evidence
supporting
neuroprotective
effects
these
plants,
leveraging
in
vitro
vivo
experimental
findings.
Through
comprehensive
search
articles
from
2001
December
2023
across
databases,
we
identified
sixteen
species
nine
plant
families
with
demonstrated
properties.
Among
these,
Chenopodiaceae
Juncaceae
emerged
as
most
represented,
including
such
Salicornia
sp.,
Juncus
Limonium
primarily
recognized
for
cholinesterase
inhibitory
activity.
However,
notable
disparity
exists
applications
examination,
only
six
undergoing
testing.
discrepancy
underscores
imperative
future
delve
deeper
into
validating
elucidating
mechanisms
underlying
neuroprotection.
Our
findings
highlight
need
on
traditionally
used
benefits.
Key
steps
include
systematic
screening,
identification
active
compounds
through
bioassay-guided
fractionation,
Integrating
modern
pharmacology,
while
emphasizing
sustainable
ethical
approaches,
is
essential
advancing
drug
discovery.
IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 2, 2024
Phytoremediation
is
an
eco-friendly,
economical
method
that
uses
plants
to
remediate
pollutants
in
soil,
water,
and
air.
This
chapter
examines
the
fundamental
processes
of
phytoremediation,
including
phytoextraction,
phytostabilization,
phytodegradation,
phytovolatilization,
rhizofiltration,
allow
absorb,
degrade,
stabilize,
or
filter
contaminants
such
as
heavy
metals
organic
pollutants.
The
work
explores
selection
suitable
plant
species,
emphasizing
hyperaccumulators,
provides
examples
cases
exemplify
effective
practical
applications.
analyzes
current
biotechnological
breakthroughs
have
improved
efficacy
particularly
via
use
genetically
modified
plants.
Furthermore,
it
highlights
ecological
economic
advantages
this
green
remediation
method,
while
outlining
prospective
research
opportunities
enhance
its
face
complex
pollution
issues.
discusses
phytoremediation’s
significant
role
sustainable
environmental
management
mitigation
through
thorough
exploration.
Open Life Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Abstract
Methanolic
extract
from
Salsola
imbricata
was
investigated
for
its
phytochemical
content,
antioxidant,
and
antimicrobial
properties
against
phytopathogenic
fungi
bacteria.
Phytochemical
analysis
revealed
the
presence
of
saponin,
tannins,
alkaloids
with
1.25%,
18.8
mg
catechin/g
extract,
9.12%,
respectively.
Total
flavonoid
content
20.8
quercetin
equivalent/g
while
total
phenolic
202
gallic
acid
equivalent/g.
Antioxidant
activity
using
2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl
assay
resulted
in
an
IC
50
value
48.61
µg/mL,
phosphomolybdenum
method
yielded
a
215.43
ascorbic
extract.
The
highest
acids
detected
were
(712.97
µg/g),
syringic
(742.7
caffeic
(474.70
µg/g)
according
to
high-performance
liquid
chromatography
analysis.
Palmitic
(28.38%)
dominated
fatty
identified
by
gas
chromatography–mass
spectrometry,
stigmasterol
(8.34%)
most
abundant
steroid.
At
concentration
3
mg/mL,
showed
strong
antibacterial
Pectobacterium
carotovorum
(10.50
mm),
Ralstonia
solanacearum
(9.93
atrosepticum
(8.37
mm).
Additionally,
significantly
suppressed
fungal
growth
Rhizoctonia
solani
(38.22%)
Fusarium
oxysporum
(33.56%)
but
lower
toward
Botrytis
cinerea
(13.33%)
at
5
mg/mL.
In
conclusion,
S.
exhibited
promising
antioxidant
properties,
making
it
potential
candidate
further
exploration
agricultural
applications.
