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Investigating the Phytochemical Constituents, Anti‐Inflammatory, and Neuropharmacological Activities of Podocarpus neriifolius Leaves Through FT‐IR, GC–MS, Experimental Studies, Molecular Docking, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Pharmacology Research &Perspectives, Volume 14, Issue 3, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Podocarpus neriifolius, a widely distributed medicinal plant in South and Southeast Asia, has traditionally been used to treat rheumatism and joint pain. This study aimed to investigate the phytochemical profile and therapeutic potential of the ethanolic leaf extract of P.
Neamul Hoque, Md. Tashrif Rahman Tipu, Md Abul Bashar, Raju Dash, Kutub Uddin Ahamed, Md. Liakot Ali, Md. Jahirul Islam Mamun, Bakul Akter, Mohammed Kamrul Hossain, Nawreen Monir Proma   +9 more
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Four new species of Gesneriaceae from Yunnan, Southwest China [PDF]

PhytoKeys, 2019
Four new species of Gesneriaceae from Yunnan, southwest China, are described and illustrated. They are Petrocosmea rhombifolia, Petrocosmea tsaii, Didymocarpus brevipedunculatus, and Henckelia xinpingensis.
Bin Yang, Hong-Bo Ding, Kai-Cong Fu, Yi-Kai Yuan, Han-Yu Yang, Jian-Wu Li, Li-Xia Zhang, Yun-Hong Tan   +7 more
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Phytochemical Characterization and Neuropharmacological Assessment of Combretum indicum Methanolic Extract With Integrated Molecular Docking and Dynamics Simulation for Anxiety and Depression Therapy

Food Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 5, May 2026.
Graphical abstract illustrating the preparation of methanolic extract from the whole plant of Combretum indicum, followed by phytochemical characterization using GC–MS and FTIR analyses. The study integrates in vivo neuropharmacological investigations with in silico computational approaches, including molecular docking, ADMET profiling, PASS prediction,
Zobayed Islam, Md. Ashraful Alam, Sakib Ahamed Bhuiyan, Sabikun Naher, Nilufar Sultana, S. M. Naim Uddin   +5 more
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Antiproliferative Effect of 24‐Deoxysericoside From Terminalia macroptera Guill. & Perr. (Combretaceae) Against Breast Carcinoma: In Vitro, Molecular Docking and ADME Assessment

Cancer Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Terminalia macroptera (Combretaceae) is an important medicinal plant in the traditional pharmacopeia in most tropical areas, where its different parts are used in treating illnesses including cancer. Aims In this study, two oleanane‐type triterpenoids: terminolic acid (TM32) and arjungenin (TM34), together with three saponins ...
Romeo Toko Feunaing, Alfred Ngenge Tamfu, Abel Joel Yaya Gbaweng, Cyrille Leonel Tchuente Djoko, Emmanuel Talla, El Hassane Anouar, Stephane Zingue   +6 more
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In ovo Antiviral Screening of Four Nigerian Medicinal Plants (Artemisia absinthium L., Annona senegalensis Pers., Erythrina senegalensis DC., and Jatropha curcas L.) Against Newcastle Disease Virus [PDF]

Journal of Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences
Background and aims: Newcastle disease virus (NDV) poses a major threat to global poultry production, driving interest in novel plant-based antiviral agents.
Sylvester Nefai Mathias, Emmanuel Halilu Mshelia, Chinenye Jane Ugwah-Oguejiofor, Ibrahim Yusuf Alkali, Aminu Ahmed Biambo, Mansur Lawal, Aliyu Hamidu Ahmed   +6 more
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Vitex Simplicifolia Abates Cadmium‐Induced Cardiotoxicity Through Antioxidant Activity and Keap1 Targeting

Chemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT This study evaluated the cardioprotective potential of Vitex simplicifolia methanol extract (VSME) and explored its underlying mechanisms of action. Twenty‐five male rats were assigned to five groups (n = 5). Group 1 served as the normal control, while groups 2–5 were exposed to 5 mg/kg body weight of cadmium chloride (CdCl2) daily.
Ifeoma F. Chukwuma, Okechukwu Ignatius Eze, Ogechukwu Colet Okeke, Victor O. Apeh, Timothy Prince Chidike Ezeorba, Chima Okafor   +5 more
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Extract of Sapindus saponaria L., a Native Amazonian Plant, Impacts Germ Cell Development and Modulates Longevity

Chemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Sapindus saponaria L. (S. saponaria), popularly known as “saboeiro” or “monkey soap,” is traditionally used in South America for inflammatory, infectious, and dermatological conditions. Despite its wide use, toxicological data remain limited, and the presence of triterpenoid saponins raises safety concerns.
Ana Carolina Anchieta Adriano, Péterson Alves Santos, Átila Bezerra de Mira, Juliana Souza Terada Nascimento, Patrícia Pereira, Sandro de Vargas Schons   +5 more
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New insights into the interactions between the gut microbiota and the inflammatory response to ulcerative colitis in a mouse model of dextran sodium sulfate and possible mechanisms of action for treatment with PE&AFWE

Animal Models and Experimental Medicine
Background Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), comprising Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), is a heterogeneous state of chronic intestinal inflammation.
Qianhui Fu, Xiaoqin Ma, Shuchun Li, Mengni Shi, Tianyuan Song, Jian Cui   +5 more
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Total saponins of Panax japonicus alleviate adjuvant-induced arthritis in rats by regulating macrophage polarization and intestinal microbiota

Journal of Ginseng Research
Background: Heightened glycolysis-driven activation of pro-inflammatory M1 macrophages is a characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Dysbiosis of the intestinal microbiota is considered a trigger for the immune response in RA. Panax japonicus is used
Kang Zhou, Huanghe Yu, Huihong Duan, Yupei Yang, Wenbing Sheng, Yixing Qiu, Wei Wang, Bin Li   +7 more
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Antibacterial Activity of a Mouthwash Containing Plectranthus amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng Extract and Lippia sidoides Cham. Essential Oil

Chemistry &Biodiversity, Volume 23, Issue 3, March 2026.
Plant‐Based Antibacterial Mouthwash. ABSTRACT This study investigated the development of a mouthwash formulated with Plectranthus amboinicus leaf extract (PaEE) and Lippia sidoides leaf essential oil (LsOE), exploring their antibacterial potential.
Wilma Francisca da Silva, Carla de Fatima Alves Nonato, Débora Odília Duarte Leite, Fabiola Fernandes Galvão Rodrigues, Fazia Fernandes Galvão Rodrigues, Ana Cecília Calixto Donelardy, José Galberto Martins da Costa   +6 more
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