Investigation of quality and antimicrobal activity of cultivated marigold flowers Calendula officinalis L.

Introduction: Marigold flower, Calendula officinalis L, Asteraceae, is traditionally used to treat skin diseases. Marigold flowers contain triterpenoid saponins, carotenoids, flavonoids and essential oil. Extracts and essential oil exhibit anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity. A...

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Main Authors: Gurzulov Katarina, Marčetić Mirjana, Božić Dragana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Belgrade, Medical Faculty 2016-01-01
Series:Medicinski Podmladak
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Online Access:http://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/0369-1527/2016/0369-15271602073G.pdf