Medicinal & Aromatic Plants
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Abstract

The Hidden Treasure in Europe’s Garden Plants: Case Examples; Berberis darwinni and Berginia cordifolia

Solomon Habtemariam

Numerous plants cultivated in European gardens have a history of traditional medicinal uses. Some are native to Europe, while others are introduced from other geographical regions. Systematic pharmacological and phytochemical studies on these plants could yield valuable lead compounds of pharmacological significance. In this short communication, two case examples using Berberis darwinii and Bergenia cordifolia are presented.