Biological properties of Cistus species
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https://doi.org/10.15584/ejcem.2018.2.8Keywords:
biological properties, Cistus sp., medicinal plantsAbstract
Aim. This paper presents a review of scientific studies analyzing the biological properties of different species of Cistus sp.
Material and methods. Forty papers that discuss the current research of Cistus sp. as phytotherapeutic agent were used for this discussion.
Analysis of the literature. The results of scientific research indicate that extracts from various species of Cistus sp. exhibit antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, cytotoxic and anticancer properties. These properties give rise to the possibility of using Cistus sp. as a therapeutic agent supporting many therapies.
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