Overview

An extensive collection of data on lipids and essential oils that can be extracted from a wide range of plant sources. Over 3,000 plant species are covered, arranged by broad family groups.

Details

For each plant, detailed information is provided on the lipids, lipophilic compounds, and oils that can be extracted from various parts of the plant, e.g., stem, leaves, fruit, seeds, etc.

References

References to peer-reviewed journal sources are provided throughout.

Intended Audience

This unique reference will be of value equally to natural product chemists, botanists, and those seeking sources of active compounds in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other commercial products.