Development of biotechnology for commiphora wightii: a potent source of natural hypolipidemic and hypocholesterolemic drug

Sandeep Kumar, S. S. Suri, K. C. Sonie, K. G. Ramawat

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Abstract

Commiphora wightii has become an endangered species due to its overexploitation for its gum-resin. Guggulsterones present in gum-resin are potent lipid and cholesterol lowering natural agents. Drugs based on these are currently used clinically in India and Europe. The plant is endemic to Indian subcontinent, therefore major contributions on its biology, chemistry, pharmacology and biotechnology have been made by Indian scientists. Biotechnological approaches made for guggulsterone production by cell cultures and for its micropropagation are reviewed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPlant Biotechnology and Molecular Markers
PublisherSpringer Netherlands
Pages129-143
Number of pages15
ISBN (Print)1402032137, 9781402019111
DOIs
StatePublished - 2005
Externally publishedYes

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