An overview on two valuable natural and bioactive compounds, thymol and carvacrol, in medicinal plants

Autor:	Naghdi Badi, H., Mahnaz abdollahi, Mehrafarin, A., Ghorbanpour, M., Tolyat, M., Qaderi, A., Ghiaci Yekta, M.
Předmět:	biosynthesis pathway thymol RA1190-1270 carvacrol Toxicology. Poisons biological activity Therapeutics. Pharmacology RM1-950 terpenes
Zdroj:	Scopus-Elsevier Journal of Medicinal Plants, Vol 16, Iss 63, Pp 1-32 (2017)
Popis:	Thymol (2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol), and carvacrol (5-isopropyl-2-methylphenol) are the main components of the essential oils of some Laminaceae,Verbenaceae and Ranunculaceae members such as oregano, thyme, savory, etc. The formation of thymol and carvacrol is thought to involve hydroxylation of γ-terpinene and p-cymene precursors. They are produced by the plant species as a chemical defense mechanism upon exposure to pathogens, pests, herbivores, or environmental stresses. Accordingly, the potent antimicrobial and fungi toxic properties of these compounds against various plant pathogens have been demonstrated. They have antibacterial, antifungal, insecticidal, and anti-oxidative properties which are the basis for the wide use of these compounds in the cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical industries.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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