Chitosan-mediated elicitation enhanced production of secondary metabolites and antioxidant assays in callus culture of Ocimum bacilicum L. (Purple Basil)

Key Points

• Enhanced production of secondary metabolites was noted due to chitosan treatment in callus culture.
• A notable increase in antioxidant assay values was observed, highlighting improved antioxidant potential.
• Assessment used callus cultures from ocimum basilicum, focusing on metabolic outputs under chitosan influence.
• These findings suggest that chitosan-mediated elicitation can be valuable for boosting bioactive compounds in plants.