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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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Antioxidant secoiridoids from fringe tree (Chionanthus virginicus L.)

Author(s): I. Gulcin, R. Elias, A. Gepdiremen, K. Taoubi and E. Koksal

Month: May
Year: 2009

Publication Type: Article
Journal: Wood Science and Technology
Volume: 43
Issue: 3-4
Pages: 195-212

Article Topic(s): Human Use,Medicinal chemistry
Research Setting(s): Laboratory

Species Referenced: Chionanthus virginicus (White fringetree),

Abstract

Identifies several antioxidants in secoiridoids of Chionanthus virginicus. This species is used as a raw material in the pharmaceutical industry as a diuretic, tonic, cholagoque, and in the preparation of tinctures.

Suggested Citation

I. Gulcin, R. Elias, A. Gepdiremen, K. Taoubi and E. Koksal. "Antioxidant secoiridoids from fringe tree (Chionanthus virginicus L.)." Wood Science and Technology 43.3-4 (2009): 195-212.

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ISSN: 0043-7719
DOI: 10.1007/s00226-008-0234-1

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