Encyclopedia of Antidiabetic Plants

Erscheinungsjahr 2027
ISBN: 978-981-9239-42-9
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 1000 Seiten, Format (B × H): 178 mm x 254 mm

This book is a comprehensive guide to the vast diversity of medicinal, aromatic, and economically important plant species. It offers an in-depth exploration of 610 plant species across multiple families, providing critical insights into their botanical characteristics, chemical compositions, pharmacological properties, and traditional uses. By integrating historical knowledge with modern scientific research, this book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the significance of these plants in healthcare, agriculture, and industry. 

  The chapters systematically document each plant species, covering key botanical descriptions, habitat details, traditional medicinal applications, and recent pharmacological findings. Families such as Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Lamiaceae, Rosaceae, Myrtaceae, and Solanaceae, among many others, are extensively discussed, ensuring a broad representation of plant diversity. The book also delves into species of economic importance, highlighting their roles in nutrition, herbal medicine, and biotechnological applications. Each entry is meticulously structured, making it an essential reference for researchers and professionals engaged in plant sciences, pharmacognosy, and sustainable resource management.    This book is an invaluable resource for botanists, phytochemists, pharmacologists, herbal medicine practitioners, and conservationists. It is also beneficial for students and educators in plant sciences, agricultural sciences, and natural product research. Whether for academic study, pharmaceutical exploration, or conservation efforts, this book serves as a critical knowledge base for anyone interested in the scientific and practical applications of medicinal and economically significant plants.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Reddy, N. N.

Shivananda, T. N.

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Verfahrenstechnik | Chemieingenieurwesen | Biotechnologie Biotechnologie
• Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizinische Fachgebiete Pharmakologie, Toxikologie
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Botanik
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Umweltschutz, Umwelterhaltung
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften Genetik und Genomik (nichtmedizinisch)
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften Ökologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Abelmoschus esculentus (L) Moench. Malvaceae.- Abelmoschus moschatus Medik. Malvaceae.-Abies pindrow (Royle ex D. Don) Royle Pinaceae.-Abroma augustum (L.) L. f, Sterculiaceae.-Abrus precatorius (L.) Wright., Fabaceae.-Abutilon muticum (L.)., Malvaceae.-Acacia arabica (L.) Delile., Fabaceae.-Areca catechu L., Arecaceae.-Acacia farnesiana?(L.) Willd., Fabaceae.-Acacia leucophloea (Roxb.) Willd., Fabaceaa.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. N. N. Reddy , A noted Agricultural Research Service Scientist and Country Head for Climate Change Research of Horticultural crops in India, served in various capacities at different locations in Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for 40 years engaged in teaching, Research, Extension, Development and

Industry support put together. Presently serving as Professor and Head, Dept. of Fruit Science and Medicinal & Aromatic crops, Associate Dean at Sri Krishnadevaraya College of Horticultural Sciences (SKCHS), affiliated to Dr. YSR Horticultural University at Ananthapuramu-515 002, India. An alumnus of Indian Agricultural Research Institute, (IARI) New Delhi.   Versatile in heading multidisciplinary specialized teams in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Food Technology, Agrometeorology, Engineering and Indigenous Technical Knowledge Systems (ITKS). The accomplishments include more than 170 Publications in reputed peer reviewed National and International Journals and conferences by virtue of his original work in Horticultural commodities. Recipient of fellow of Horticultural Society of India, New Delhi, International Society of Horticultural Sciences, Netherlands, Life Member of IAHS, Indian Society of Citriculture, Indian Society of Agrometeorology, Member of Bureau of Indian Standards, (BIS), New Delhi and others. Honored to serve as a Member of Drafting Committee to promulgate Good Agricultural Practices (INDIAGAP) for India in order to promote International Quality Standards in Agricultural and Horticultural Commodities for garnering Foreign Exchange to India.   Bagged many awards, notable among them are “The Best Researcher” “The Best Teacher” “Innovative Researcher”. Played a pivotal role in getting “Best Institutional Innovation Award” from ICAR for outstanding contribution to research and community leadership in water budgeting and water sharing in eight districts of India. Served as member designate in various committees to bifurcate Andhra Pradesh Horticultural University into Dr Y S R Horticultural University, Tadepalligudem and Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University, Hyderabad. Designed new courses, taught, guided students for their masters and doctoral programmes as a part of Research, Development and Consultancy Projects. Awardee of fellowship from Overseas Development Group, to visit UK and other European Countries for analyzing Land Degradation and Sustainable Livelihood Securities in Rural Settings. Represented third world countries and presented a status paper to the FAO of UN which became instrumental in initiating a dialogue on behalf of India on World Food Security Systems.   Accomplished researcher, academician, renowned speaker and a visiting professor to various Universities at home and abroad. Expert advisor and empaneled member to implement CSR projects of TATA’s and others.     Dr. T. N. Shivananda , served ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticulture Research for about 36 years and retired from service in 2021, since then serving as Professor and Head, Dept. of NRM, Sri Krishnadevaraya College of Horticultural Sciences (SKCHS), affiliated to Dr. YSR Horticultural University at Ananthapuramu-515 002, India. Worked using 15N and 32P isotopes to determine nutrient use efficiency and root activity patterns in fruit crops and vegetable crops. Developed crop specific micro nutrient specials for mango, banana, citrus and vegetable crops. Collaborated with plant protection departments to develop fruit fly trap and formulations for preventing stem borers. Obtained six patents and 6 more are in pipeline. Developed and popularized formulation for white stem borer in coffee (Coffea arabica). Contributed significantly to develop in-situ herbal garden of RET species in ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Identified two high yielding L-DOPA lines of Mucuna pruriens and registered at NBPGR, New Delhi. The high yielding lines were released as varieties for general cultivation especially favoring industries to isolate L- DOPA from seeds. Developed organic protocols for cultivation of medicinal crops for extraction of active principles such as Andrographis paniculata, Withania somnifera and many other medicinal crops. Also standardized procedures for cultivation and extraction of essential oils from aromatic crops such as geranium, mint and patchouli. Served as Principal Investigator for externally funded projects from DBT, DST, National Medicinal Plant Board, ICAR-Adhoc projects.   Served as head, agricultural technology information centre to create awareness and popularize the IIHR developed technologies by conducting field demonstrations in farmers fields. Guided three Ph. D students, two M. Sc students in agriculture/horticulture and eight pharmacy students; Published more than 100 research papers in national and international journals; attended more than 120 seminars, conferences, symposia, workshop to learn and update the knowledge and as well to share the information. In recognition of the services rendered in research, DST, New Delhi awarded Biotech product & process development and commercialization award in 2014 with a cash award of rupees two lakhs. Received, FAI silver jubilee award of excellence-2000 in 1992 by fertilizer association of India, New Delhi. Received Amulya 2012 award by Karnataka Science and Technology Promotion Society. Currently engaged in teaching and research.