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View article: Phytochemical and Biological Activity Evaluation of Globularia orientalis L
Phytochemical and Biological Activity Evaluation of Globularia orientalis L Open
Globularia orientalis L., a member of the Oleaceae family, is well-adapted to warm climates and a medicinal and aromatic plant traditionally used in treatment methods. In this study, 80% ethanol extract of G. orientalis was obtained, and i…
View article: Determination of biological activity of ethanol extracts of date-plum (Diospyros lotus) fruits and seeds growing in Turkey
Determination of biological activity of ethanol extracts of date-plum (Diospyros lotus) fruits and seeds growing in Turkey Open
This study was carried out to evaluate quality criteria such as chemical composition and antioxidant and antibacterial activity values in 80% ethanol extracts of date-plum (Diospyros lotus) fruits and seeds. In addition, the macro and micr…
View article: Comparison of different drying methods for phytochemical quality of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.)
Comparison of different drying methods for phytochemical quality of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.) Open
This study examined the effects of different drying methods on the chemical content, antioxidant, antibacterial, enzymatic and anticancer activity values of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.) extract. Stevia leaves were dried using four diff…
View article: Biological Activity Evaluation of Scorzonera tomentosa L.
Biological Activity Evaluation of Scorzonera tomentosa L. Open
This study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical components, antimicrobial activity, and antioxidant activity of 80% ethanol extract of Scorzonera tomentosa, an endemic species. The chemical constituents of the ethanolic extract of S. toment…
View article: Biological activities of different plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family
Biological activities of different plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family Open
Achillea biebersteinii and Anthemis tinctoria, which are widely distributed species of the Asteraceae family, are used in folk medicine in the form of herbal tea or extract in the treatment of many diseases. The aim of this study was to in…
View article: Determination of drying kinetics and color values of Tragopogon reticulatus Boiss. dried by microwave
Determination of drying kinetics and color values of Tragopogon reticulatus Boiss. dried by microwave Open
In this study Tragopogon reticulatus Boiss. (yemlik) was dried by microwave technique. The effects different microwave power densities applied on drying kinetics and color of Tragopoxgom reticulatus Boiss. were investigated. The drying pro…
View article: Stem Cell Induction and Plant Regeneration Are Affected By Medium Components in Maca (Lepidium Meyenii Walp)
Stem Cell Induction and Plant Regeneration Are Affected By Medium Components in Maca (Lepidium Meyenii Walp) Open
Selection, propagation and conservation of important genotypes are important in medicinal-industrial plants. Nowadays, using tissue culture and regeneration techniques of medicinal plants under in vitro conditions has been able to prolifer…
View article: Anticancer, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Enzyme Inhibitory Activities of Inula aucheriana
Anticancer, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Enzyme Inhibitory Activities of Inula aucheriana Open
Inula aucheriana showing widespread in Turkey, it is a plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is aimed to reveal the pharmacological potential of this plant with this study, which investigates the different biological properties of t…
View article: Variation of Bioactivities and Phytochemical Compositions of Valeriana dioscoridis Sm. Extracts
Variation of Bioactivities and Phytochemical Compositions of Valeriana dioscoridis Sm. Extracts Open
Valerian (Valeriana dioscoridis Sm.) is a perennial herb of the Caprifoliaceae family. The aim of this study was to determine the variation of V. dioscoridis plants grown in different regions in respect of the quality criteria traits such …
View article: The Determination of In vitro Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activities of Resin Obtained from Cilician Fir (Abies cilicica (Antoine & Kotschy) Carrière)
The Determination of In vitro Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activities of Resin Obtained from Cilician Fir (Abies cilicica (Antoine & Kotschy) Carrière) Open
In this study, the antioxidant and cytotoxic activities of resin obtained from the Cilician Fir plant were evaluated. According to data, the in vitro antioxidant activity of the resin has changed depending on the radical scavenging activit…
View article: Investigation of Salt Stress in Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) with the Remote Sensing Technique
Investigation of Salt Stress in Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) with the Remote Sensing Technique Open
In the present work, the effect of different salt concentrations on growth and quality of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) was investigated using ground-based remote sensing techniques under greenhouse conditions in 2018. The experimen…
View article: The Effect of Various Wavelengths of LED Light on the Physiological and Morphological Parameters of Comfrey (Symphytum officinale L.)
The Effect of Various Wavelengths of LED Light on the Physiological and Morphological Parameters of Comfrey (Symphytum officinale L.) Open
The aim of this study was to examine the effect of five different wavelengths of light on the comfrey plant (Symphytum officinale) (family Boraginaceae). The light source and wavelengths used in the study were UV-A (390-410 nm), blue (465-…
View article: Some Quality Criteria of Valerian (Valeriana dioscoridis Sm.) Growing in Different Environments
Some Quality Criteria of Valerian (Valeriana dioscoridis Sm.) Growing in Different Environments Open
Valerian (Valeriana dioscoridis Sm.) is a perennial herb of the Caprifoliaceae family. The genus Valeriana L. is represented by 14 species (15 taxa) in Turkey. This plant contains flavone glycosides, iridoids and lignans. Among these compo…
View article: Determination of biological activity of Tragopogon porrifolius and Polygonum cognatum consumed intensively by people in Sivas
Determination of biological activity of Tragopogon porrifolius and Polygonum cognatum consumed intensively by people in Sivas Open
Our findings demonstrated that T. porrifolius and P. cognatum ethanolic extracts have promising effect on antioxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxic activity as well as enzyme inhibition activity, and hence further studies required to identi…
View article: <i>In Vitro</i> Evaluation of the Chemical Composition and Various Biological Activities of Ficus carica Leaf Extracts
<i>In Vitro</i> Evaluation of the Chemical Composition and Various Biological Activities of Ficus carica Leaf Extracts Open
Our results suggest that F. carica leaves could be a valuable source for developing a promising therapeutic agent in cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease.
View article: Evaluation of Various Biological Activities of Endemic Sideritis libanotica Extracts
Evaluation of Various Biological Activities of Endemic Sideritis libanotica Extracts Open
In recent years, using of plants to develop combine therapies for treatment of certain diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and diabetes mellitus is extremely plausible approach. Perhaps, the definitive treatment of some of these …
View article: Cholinesterase, α-Glucosidase, α-Amylase, and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Effects and Antioxidant Activity of Veronica officinalis Extracts
Cholinesterase, α-Glucosidase, α-Amylase, and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Effects and Antioxidant Activity of Veronica officinalis Extracts Open
In this study, inhibition ability of Veronica officinalis extracts against Alzheimer’s disease-related enzymes acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BuChE), diabetes mellitus related enzymes α-glucosidase and α-amylase and…
View article: In vitro Evaluation of Chemical Composition and Various Biological Activities of Ficus carica Leaves Extracts
In vitro Evaluation of Chemical Composition and Various Biological Activities of Ficus carica Leaves Extracts Open
Objectives: The present study was aimed to investigate the inhibitory activities of enzymes, related with diabetes mellitus and Alzheimer's disease of the methanol and water extracts of F. carica leaves extracts.The bioactive compounds, an…
View article: A simplified and optimized protocol for total DNA extraction from insect species: applicable for studying genetic diversity and PCR-based specimen identification via partial amplification of cytochrome oxidase I (COI) gene
A simplified and optimized protocol for total DNA extraction from insect species: applicable for studying genetic diversity and PCR-based specimen identification via partial amplification of cytochrome oxidase I (COI) gene Open
The efficient DNA extraction from insects has been suggested as a critical and main step affecting molecular entomology for taxonomic identification, the establishment of DNA barcoding library and analysis of genetic diversity relationship…
View article: Determination of Heavy Metal Levels in Echium italicum L. Plants
Determination of Heavy Metal Levels in Echium italicum L. Plants Open
Plants and their components have maintained importance in human life as medicinal and aromatic ingredients that have been used by people for many centuries. Nature is the chief source of these valuable resources and humans use these plants…
View article: Determination of inhibitory activities of enzymes, related to Alzheimer's disease and diabetes mellitus of plane tree (Platanus orientalis L.) extracts and their antioxidant, antimicrobial and anticancer activities
Determination of inhibitory activities of enzymes, related to Alzheimer's disease and diabetes mellitus of plane tree (Platanus orientalis L.) extracts and their antioxidant, antimicrobial and anticancer activities Open
Plane tree (Platanus orientalis L.) leaves have been employed for centuries in various countries due to their pharmacological value. Therefore, determination of the biological activity of the leaves is of interest. The aim of the study was…
View article: The Effects of different nitrogen doses on antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.)
The Effects of different nitrogen doses on antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.) Open
In this study, the efficiency of the different nitrogen doses (0, 5, 10, 15 and 20 kg ha-1) on biological activity levels (antioxidant and antimicrobial activity) of Stevia rebaudiana Bert. was investigated. In addition, methanol extracts …
View article: Comparative study of <i>in vitro</i> antioxidant, acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase activity of alfalfa (<i>Medicago sativa</i> L.) collected during different growth stages
Comparative study of <i>in vitro</i> antioxidant, acetylcholinesterase and butyrylcholinesterase activity of alfalfa (<i>Medicago sativa</i> L.) collected during different growth stages Open
Medicago sp. are often consumed as vegetable, salad and herbal tea as a form of fresh leaves and herbs. It is also very important in animal feeding, because it contains high percentage of protein and some important phytochemicals. In addit…
View article: The Colours and Fastness Values obtained from Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) Plants of the Lamiciacae Family
The Colours and Fastness Values obtained from Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) Plants of the Lamiciacae Family Open
Until the invention of synthetic dye substances,natural dyes were used for the purpose of dyeing in textiles, food, medicineand cosmetics fields. With the introduction of synthetic dyes, their useincreased and the demand for natural dyes d…
View article: The Effect of Different Nitrogen Doses on Yield and Some Yield Components of Melissa officinalis Subsp. altissima
The Effect of Different Nitrogen Doses on Yield and Some Yield Components of Melissa officinalis Subsp. altissima Open
Melissa officinalis subsp. L. altissima (Sibthr. et Smith) Arcang which belongs to Lamiaceae (mint) family is a perennial, herbaceous and essential oil bearing plant. Its essential oil and extract could be used as antimicrobial and antioxi…
View article: The Effects of Various LED Light Wavelengths to the Physiological and Morphological Parameters of Stevia (<i>Stevia rebaudiana</i>) Bertoni
The Effects of Various LED Light Wavelengths to the Physiological and Morphological Parameters of Stevia (<i>Stevia rebaudiana</i>) Bertoni Open
In this study, it was investigated the growth of stevia (Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni) under various wavelengths of LED lamp (Light Emitting Diodes), which can emit daylight (cool white; 400–700 nm), red (620–630 nm) and blue (465–485 nm) wav…
View article: Clone Selection for High Quality Types of Oregano (<i>Origanum dubium</i> Boiss.)
Clone Selection for High Quality Types of Oregano (<i>Origanum dubium</i> Boiss.) Open
Origanum dubium Boiss. is one of the economically important wild oregano species and it is intensely collected from the natural flora of Antalya in Turkey. Carvacrol chemotype of Origanum dubium is used mainly for essential oil production …