The Genus Bidens

This contributed volume on phytochemistry and pharmacology of the genus Bidens covers the chemical constituents and biological activities of this plant group in detail.

Bidens is an important genus of the Asteraceae family, which is one of the dominant plant families globally, contributing medicinal species. It is a diverse genus of weedy herbs with roughly 230 species. Members of this genus have been listed in Oriental Materia Medica as remedies for rheumatoid arthritis, sprains, insect and scorpion stings, diarrhea, dysentery, hepatitis, acute nephritis, stomachaches, and sore throats. Despite its medicinal properties, the chemistry and pharmacology of this genus are disorganized. The aim of this book is to present comprehensive information on the chemical constituents, nutraceutical and ethnomedical uses, as well as the biological and pharmacological effects and toxicity of this plant, based on 218 literary sources reported over 40 years. Major chemical constituents (including 301 compounds) belonging to polyacetylenes, polyacetylene glycosides, flavonoids, flavone glycosides, aurones, chalcones, okanin glycosides, phenolic acids, terpenes, pheophytins, fatty acids, and phytosterols have been identified or isolated from different parts of this plant. Many of them are considered bioactive compounds potentially responsible for pharmacological actions.

The book will appeal to a wide range of readers, including researchers, botanists, and students studying the phytochemistry and pharmacology of medicinal plants. It may also interest pharmaceutical companies seeking to develop new drugs based on the chemical constituents of Bidens.

Covers detailed information on the chemistry and pharmacology of the genus Bidens Practical guide on identification, cultivation, extraction, isolation and bioactivity of chemical constituents of Bidens Highlights the medicinal properties and applications of the genus Bidens

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Dr. Yamin Bibi

Dr. Yamin Bibi has made significant contributions in the field of botany, currently serving as a chairperson in the Department of Botany at Rawalpindi Women University. She has completed her PhD from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, with a focus on the evaluation of ethnobotanically important plants for anticancer and antibacterial activities, as well as phytochemical analysis. Her research if focused on plant-based natural products, particularly in the isolation and chemical characterization of active components and the evaluation of their biological activities. Her work aims to reveal novel bioactive compounds from plants, contributing to the understanding of their therapeutic potential and mechanisms of action.

Throughout her career, Dr. Yamin Bibi has supervised numerous PhD and MPhil students, guiding them in their research endeavors. She has also completed several fully funded research projects and published extensively in national and international journals. Her expertise and dedication have earned her recognition and awards, including multiple paper incentive awards and a research award from PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi.

Dr. Yamin Bibi has presented her research at various national and international conferences, sharing her findings with the global scientific community. Her contributions to the field of botany, combined with her commitment to teaching and mentoring, have made a significant impact on the academic and research landscape.

Dr. Kulsoom Zahara

Dr. Kulsoom Zahara is an emerging scholar in the field of Botany. As an early-career researcher, she has already made noteable contributions to the study of phytochemistry, with a particular focus on the genus Bidens. Her extensive work has significantly contributed to the understanding of the pharmacological properties and bioactive compounds of Bidens species, such as Bidens biternata, Bidens pilosa and Bidens bipinnata.

Dr. Kulsoom Zahara completed her academic journey at the Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Her research primarily revolves around the isolation and identification of bioactive compounds from various plant species, utilizing advanced techniques like HPLC-DAD and GC-MS.

One of her notable contributions includes evaluating pharmacological properties of Genus Bidens, highlighting their potential as a nutraceutical. Additionally, her research has explored the anticancer potential of Bidens species, identifying key compounds responsible for their bioactivity.

Beyond her work on Bidens, Dr. Kulsoom Zahara has also investigated other plant species, contributing to the broader field of plant biodiversity and phytochemistry. Her interdisciplinary approach and dedication to scientific excellence have earned her recognition in the academic community, with numerous publications and collaborations with researchers worldwide.

Dr. Kulsoom Zahara's passion for phytochemistry and her commitment to advancing knowledge in this field continue to inspire her peers and students alike. Her work not only enhances our understanding of plant-based compounds but also paves the way for potential therapeutic applications.

Dr. Abdul Qayyum

Dr. Abdul Qayyum currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agronomy at the University of Haripur, Pakistan. Dr. Qayyum's research interests are centered on crop nutrition management, modern concepts of crop production, integrated agriculture, and stress agronomy. He has made significant contributions to understanding plant drought stress tolerance, particularly in wheat, through in-depth chemical analysis using advanced techniques like Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry.

His academic career includes a stint as a Visiting Scientist at Purdue Univers

Inhalt

Section 1: Introduction.- Chapter 1. The Systematics and biogeography of Genus Bidens.- Chapter 2. Morphological characteristics of Bidens species: Vegetative morphology.- Chapter 3. Morphological characteristics of Bidens species: Generative morphology.- Section 2: Ethnobotany and traditional medicinal practices.- Chapter 4. The Genus Bidens L in. Traditional Chinese systems of medicine.- Chapter 5. The Genus Bidens L. in African Traditional Medicine.- Chapter 6. Genus Bidens in Ayurvedic System of Medicine.- Chapter 7. Nutraceutical Potential of Bidens Species.- Section 3: Chemistry.- Chapter 8. Phenolic Compounds Diversity of Bidens Species.- Chapter 9. Essential oil diversity of Bidens Species.- Chapter 10. Aliphatic natural products isolated from Bidens Species.- Chapter 11. Flavonoids isolated from Bidens Species.- Chapter 12. Terpenoids isolated from Bidens Species.- Section 4: Phytochemical-based evidence of pharmacological properties.- Chapter 13. Antimicrobial activities of bidens species.- Chapter 14. Anticancer and redical scavenging activity of bidens species.- Chapter 15. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity of bidens species.- Chapter 16. Other Bio Activities of Bidens Species.- Chapter 17. Potential of Genus Bidens in Pharmacology.- Section 5: Phytochemical and pharmacological profiles of key bidens species.- Chapter 18. Metabolomics, phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Biden pilosa.- Chapter 19. Bidens biternata: Chemistry and Pharmacology.- Chapter 20. Traditional Uses and Modern Pharmacological Investigations of Bidens frondosa and Bidens tripartite.- Chapter 21. The Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Bidens alba.- Section 6: Miscellany.- Chapter 22. Ecological Significance of Bidens.- Chapter 23. Genome Profiling of Genus Bidens.