Advances in the Chemical Analysis and Biological Activities of Chuanxiong

Molecules

Weixia Li¹  Yuping Tang¹  Yanyan Chen¹ 

[1] Jiangsu Key Laboratory for High Technology Research of TCM Formulae, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing 210046, Jiangsu, China

关键词: Chuanxiong;    organic acids;    phthalides;    alkaloids;    polysaccharides;    ceramides;    cerebrosides;   

DOI  :  10.3390/molecules170910614

来源: mdpi

【 摘 要 】

Chuanxiong Rhizoma (Chuan-Xiong, CX), the dried rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. (Umbelliferae), is one of the most popular plant medicines in the World. Modern research indicates that organic acids, phthalides, alkaloids, polysaccharides, ceramides and cerebrosides are main components responsible for the bioactivities and properties of CX. Because of its complex constituents, multidisciplinary techniques are needed to validate the analytical methods that support CX’s use worldwide. In the past two decades, rapid development of technology has advanced many aspects of CX research. The aim of this review is to illustrate the recent advances in the chemical analysis and biological activities of CX, and to highlight new applications and challenges. Emphasis is placed on recent trends and emerging techniques.

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