| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2539279 | Fitoterapia | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Caper (Capparis L.), a shrub plant with a large natural distribution, is used in traditional medicines to cure various illnesses. Phytochemicals studies have shown the presence of many beneficial compounds such as spermidine, rutin, quercetin, kaempferol, stigmasterol, campesterol, tocopherols, and carotenoids. Biological studies reveal important antimicrobial, anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and antiviral properties. The presented review summarizes information concerning the morphology, ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry, and biological activities of caper plants.
Graphical abstractStructures of some compounds isolated from Capparis species which have a wide range of application in the traditional medicine revealed significant anti-diabetic, antisclerosis, antimicrobial, anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, and antiviral activities.Figure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide
