Exploring Medicinal and Commercial Uses of Flowers

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-032-84562-3
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 352 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm

Reihe: Exploring Medicinal Plants

Exploring Medicinal and Commercial Uses of Flowers offers a interdisciplinary insight into the vast potential of flowers across therapeutic, nutritional, and industrial domains. Blending traditional wisdom with the latest scientific advancements, this book uncovers the diverse pharmacological properties and bioactive compounds present in floral species.

It highlights their prominent role in traditional medicine, skincare, food, textiles, and emotional well-being. With in-depth analysis of flowers' antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer potential supported by modern research, the book also introduces cutting edge applications like green synthesis of metal nanoparticles from floral extracts, promoting sustainable and eco-conscious innovation.

A volume in the Exploring Medicinal Plants series, this is ideal for researchers, scholars, and professionals in ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and biotechnology, providing a rich blend of foundational theory and forward-looking applications.

Zielgruppe

Academic, Postgraduate, and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Bachheti, Archana

Bachheti, Rakesh Kumar

Husen, Azamal

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. History and Evolution of Flower-Based Medicines

Dev Ashish Nautiyal, Archana Bachheti, Rakesh Kumar Bachheti

2. Traditional and Modern Methods of Flower Extraction

Vrish Dhwaj Ashwlayan, Alok Sharma, Alimuddin Saifi, Omveer Singh, Divya Sharma, Prachi Singhal

3. Secondary Metabolites from Flower and Their Potential Application

Saumya Pandey

4. Medicinal Uses of Flowers in Traditional and Folk Medicine

Jelena Matejic, Andela Dragicevic

5. Perfumes and Fragrances from Flowers

Adem Getahun Mohammed, Moges Abebe Zeleke, Fekade Beshah Tessema

6. Traditional and Modern Use of Flowers in Textiles: From Fabric to Dyes

Vivek Singh Rawat, Shailaja Punetha, Srijana Bisht and Prerna Joshi

7. Antimicrobial Properties of Flowers: Mechanisms and Applications

Namrata Britto, Samruddhi Jadhav, Dr. Brijesh S.

8. Anti-Cancerous Properties of Flowers: Current Status and Future Prospects

Nidhi Joshi, Pooja Oli, Vineet Kaswan, Prabhakar Semwal, Shailaja Punetha

9. Catharanthus Roseus A Magical Flower with Numerous Medicinal Properties

Sonali Purohit, Arun Kumar Khajuria, Akshay Gautam, Rakesh Kumar Bachheti, Archana Bachheti and Anuj Kandwal

10. Medicinal and Health Benefits of Crocus Sativus (Saffron)

Shama Parveen, Himanshi Thakur, Arun Kumar Khajuria, Akshay Gautam, Rakesh Kumar Bachheti, Sonali Purohit, Archana Bachheti and Anuj Kandwal

11. Medicinal and Commercial Use of Lavendar Flower (Lavandula Angustifolia)

Ruchita Joshi, Yashika Mirchandani, Brijesh S.

12. Pharmacology, Phytochemistry, and Medicinal Use of Echinacea (Echinacea Purpurea)

Shivam Verma, Zeeshan Ansari, Abhishek Kumar Singh, Jay Kumar, Nisha Sharma, Prakash Chandra Gupta

13. Antioxidant Properties of Flowers: Health Benefits and Future Directions

Niharika Sharma, Radha

14. Green Synthesis of Silver and Gold Nanoparticles from Flowers and Their Applications

Shah Alam Khan, Md. Jawaid Akhtar

15. Biosynthesis of Copper and Zinc Nanoparticles from Flowers and Their Potential Applications

Anshika Sharma, Sheetal Tyagi

16. Role of Flowers in Personal Care Products

Moges Abebe Zeleke, Adem Getahun Mohammed, Fekade Beshah Tessema

17. Flower-Based Food and Beverages

Rey Castañeda-Rodríguez, Stanislav Mulík, César Ozuna

18. Flowers in Mental Health: From Anxiolytics to Antidepressants

Ashish Verma, Zeeshan Ansari, Muinur Rahman, Nisha Sharma, Prakash Chandra Gupta

19. Future Directions and Developments in Flower-Based Medicinal and Commercial Applications

Vrish Dhwaj Ashwlayan, Alok Sharma, Anurag, Alimuddin Saifi, Adil Ansari, Mansi Verma, Divya Sharma

Über Autor(innen)

Rakesh Kumar Bachheti graduated from Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna University, Garhwal, India, in 1996. He completed his MSc in Organic Chemistry from the same university in 1998. Later, in 2001, he underwent a one-year Post Graduate Diploma in Pulp and Paper Technology from Forest Research Institute, Dehradun, India. Subsequently, he pursued his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Kumaun University, Nainital, India, which he obtained in 2007. Bachheti has a total research and teaching experience of 22 Years. Before joining Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU) in Ethiopia, he worked as Dean Project (Assistant) at Graphic Era University in Dehradun, India. It's worth noting that Graphic Era University is accredited with an 'A+' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Bachheti is also a Research Fellow at INTI International University Persiaran Perdana BBN, Putra Nilai, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Bachheti has an impressive research background and has presented papers at various international (Malaysia, Thailand, and India) and national conferences. He has also been an active member of important committees like the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Anti-ragging Committee. His research interests primarily focus on natural products for industrial applications, biofuels and bioenergy, green synthesis of nanoparticles and their applications, and pulp and paper technology. His passion for natural products is evident in all of his research endeavors. As an academic mentor, Bachheti has successfully advised 40 MSc and 6 Ph.D. students to completion. Additionally, numerous undergraduates have conducted research in his laboratory under his guidance. He actively contributes to curriculum development for BSc/MSc/Ph.D. programs. Bachheti is also recognized for his editorial work, having edited 8 books and authored 172 publications on various aspects of natural product chemistry and nanotechnology. He has contributed thirty book chapters published by prestigious publishers like Springer, Elsevier, Tylor and Francis and Nova Publisher. He is listed among the Top 2% Scientists for the year 2024 by Stanford University, USA, and Elsevier.

Archana (Joshi) Bachheti completed her B.Sc. in 1997 and M.Sc. in 1999 from Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University. She earned her Ph.D. from the Forest Research Institute, Dehradun, India, in 2006. Currently, she is a Professor at Graphic Era University in Dehradun, India. With over 20 years of extensive experience, she has served in various academic roles in India and has also provided expertise internationally. Her teaching portfolio includes subjects such as ecology and environment, environmental science, freshwater ecology, disaster management, and bryophytes and pteridophytes. Professor Bachheti's research interests span a broad and interdisciplinary field of plant ecology, with a focus on ecorestoration, green chemistry—particularly the synthesis of nanomaterials—and exploring the medicinal properties of plants. Her research has involved ecological restoration of degraded lands, studying the physical and chemical properties of plant oils, and investigating plant-based nanomaterials. Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in mentoring students and researchers. Dr. Bachheti has published more than 130 research papers and edited over 8 books. She is listed among the Top 2% Scientists for the year 2024 by Stanford University, USA, and Elsevier.

Azamal Husen has served as Full Professor and Head of the Department of Biology at the University of Gondar, Ethiopia. He is currently affiliated as a Foreign Delegate with Wolaita Sodo University, Ethiopia, and holds an Adjunct Professorship at Department of Biotechnology, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. His earlier academic roles include Full Professor at Sankalchand Patel University in Visnagar, India, and Visiting Faculty at the Forest Research Institute and Doon College of Agriculture and Forest in Dehradun, India. With more than 25 years of experience in academia and research, he is highly regarded for his expertise in nanobiotechnology, plant physiology, environmental botany, medicinal plants, and plant propagation. His research has been supported by prominent national and international organizations, including the World Bank, the National Agricultural Technology Project, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education, and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation. He is a prolific scholar, having published more than 350 academic works, including research articles, books, and book chapters. His editorial contributions are equally noteworthy; he serves on the editorial boards and peer review panels of numerous prestigious journals published by Elsevier, Frontiers Media, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, RSC, Oxford University Press, the Royal Society, CSIRO, MDPI, PLOS, Sciendo, John Wiley & Sons, and UPM Journals. He is also a member of the advisory board of Cambridge Scholars Publishing, United Kingdom. He is a fellow of the Plantae group under the American Society of Plant Biologists and holds membership in several scientific organizations, including the International Society of Root Research, the Asian Council of Science Editors, and the International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce. Throughout his career, he has delivered invited lectures, keynote addresses, and technical presentations at numerous international conferences, symposia, and workshops. In the field of academic development, he has made significant contributions through the design and delivery of orientation programs for university faculty, the development of educational modules, and the formulation of curricula at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. In recognition of his contributions to teaching, research, and community service, he was honored with a special award from the University of Gondar. He is currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Plant Physiology and is Series Editor for several major academic collections, including Exploring Medicinal Plants (Taylor & Francis, USA), Plant Biology, Sustainability, and Climate Change (Elsevier, USA), and Smart Nanomaterials Technology (Springer Nature, Singapore). He also leads the Handbook Series on Nanotechnology and Its Applications (Springer Nature, Singapore). His outstanding contributions to science have earned him international acclaim, including the prestigious distinction of being named among the "World’s Top 2% Scientists" for three consecutive years (2022 onwards) by Stanford University, a recognition published in the Elsevier Data Repository. In addition to his regular academic responsibilities, he has served as Guest Editor for several high-impact special issues, including Advances in Plant Metabolomics: Insights, Applications, and Integration (Plant Physiology and Biochemistry), Exploring Nanotechnology in Medicinal Plants (Journal of Herbal Medicine), and Integrating Nanotechnology with Plant Compounds: Enhancing Abiotic Stress Resilience and Crop Improvement via Signaling Molecules (Frontiers in Plant Science), among others. His work continues to shape contemporary research at the intersection of plant science, biotechnology, and sustainable development. His academic leadership, research excellence, and international