The chemical composition of the aerial part’s essential oil of an unexplored Vernonia species (Asteraceae) collected in Dhofar region, Oman: Vernonia arabica F. G. Davies | Synapse
The chemical composition of the aerial part’s essential oil of an unexplored Vernonia species (Asteraceae) collected in Dhofar region, Oman: Vernonia arabica F. G. Davies
Key Points
This study aims to analyze the chemical composition of the essential oil from the aerial parts of an unexplored Vernonia species.
Collection of Vernonia arabica specimens from the Dhofar region of Oman.
Biochemical analysis to identify and quantify compounds in the essential oil.
Characterization of the chemical composition using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).
Identification of various monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes in the essential oil.
Chemical profile suggests potential medicinal properties.
Comparison with known Vernonia species highlights unique components.