Bergamot unleashed: Exploring the multifaceted traits and healing powers of Citrus bergamia
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https://doi.org/10.47552/ijam.v16iS2.6198Keywords:
Botanical aspects, Volatile, Neuroprotection, Pharmacological Activity, Citrus bergamia RissoAbstract
In this comprehensive review article, the focus is on Bergamot plant, elaborating on its various properties and applications. This article provides a detailed examination of the botanical aspects, significance, and characteristics of Bergamot plant, including its anatomy and chemistry. Additionally, it delves into the pharmacological activity exhibited by Bergamot plant, highlighting its diverse range of effects such as anti-anxiety, wound healing, neuroprotection, anti-depressant, antiproliferative, antibacterial, anticancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, anti-mycoplasmal, anti-fungal, and antiallodynic properties. The scientific designation of Bergamot, Citrus bergamia Risso, indicates its botanical lineage as a hybrid of Citrus limon L and Citrus aurantium, categorising it under the Rutaceae family and Citrus genus. This plant, is known for its unique combination of volatile and non-volatile fractions, each contributing to its therapeutic potential and aromatic profile. Through an exploration of its pharmacological activity and chemical composition, this article offers a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted nature of Bergamot plant, shedding light on its rich botanical heritage and promising therapeutic applications.
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