Published in Scientific Bulletin. Series F. Biotechnologies, Vol. XXIII
Written by Laura-Simona IRIMESCU, Narcisa BĂBEANU, Florentina MATEI
The present review aims to map the various species of orchids in Romania, in search of reported biological active substances. Several authors have reported that the main biological active compounds of this botanical group are tannins, volatile oils and phenanthrene quinones, which are not water soluble. The review will pay a special attention to autochthonous Orchidaceae species. In Romania most of these plants were identified in the Iron Gates Natural Park and surroundings. The data analysis will also cover the polyphenolic profile of the underground parts of Orchidaceae group to evaluate their antioxidant and antimicrobial potential, as well as to identify some other biochemical reported compounds as source for new biotechnological applications.
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