About the Book: 

"Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Important Medicinal Plants" uncovers the hidden chemical components of various plant products that are used extensively in Ayurvedic and allopathic medicine. This book is an essential tool for practitioners and students, as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the chemical makeup of each decoction and syrup, including how each individual component serves as a drug. 

Through detailed research and analysis, this book reveals how certain plant-based chemicals can have multiple medicinal properties, including antioxidant, bactericidal, hypotensive, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticancer, antiatherogenic, anticlotting, anti-aging, and immuno-stimulatory effects. For instance, garlic syrup and oil contain allicin and its polymer form ajoene, which serve as a prime example of the multiple benefits of phytochemistry. 

"Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Important Medicinal Plants" is an indispensable reference guide that will enhance your understanding of the chemical and medicinal properties of the plants that we use to promote health and wellness.

Contents: 

Chapter I

1. The Unread Parts of Medicinal plants Dr. K.T. Augusti Rtd. Professor of Biochemistry University of Kerala Thiruvananthapuram 695581

2. Medicinal Plants from Abrus Precatorious to Cymbopogon. By Dr. K. Krishnakumar Asst. Professor of Botany Govt. College, Pattambi, Plakkad Dist. Kerala and G.R Sajitha, Lecturer in Biochemistry. Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences, Kulasekharam, T.N

3. The Chemistry, Pharamacology and uses of Adhatoda Vasica Nees to Curcuma Longa Linn. Lekshmi R Nath, Sophia Margaret Joseph and Ruby John Anto, Scientist, E1 Division of Cancer Res. Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology. Thiruvananthapuram-695014

4. Medicinal Plants from Dalbergia to Dracocephalum Moldavica L; P Faizel Lecture and G.R Sajitha Res. Scholar Dept. Med. Biochemistry School of Health Sciences, Kannur University Palayad Campus Thalassery 670661. Kerala 

Chapter II

1. Medicinal Plants from Eclipta Alba to Gymnema Sylvestre. T.K Sunitha, Senior Lecturer Dept. Biochemistry School of Med. Education. M G. University, Kottayam 686 008

2. Chemistry and Pharmacology of Medicinal Plants from Garcina Kola to Hyoscymus Niger Linn. Dr. G.R. Sajitha Lecturer in Biochemistry. Dr. Somervall Memorial Med. College, Karakonam, Kerala.

3. Medicinal Plants from Icnocarpus Frutescens (Linn) R. Br. to Ixora.Coccinia Dr. M Indira, Reader in Biochemistry and Swathy S.S. Res Associate, Dept. Biochemistry University of Kerala Kariavattom.695 581 & Sunil.S, Lecturer in Biochemistry Acad. Med. Sci. Pariyarum, Kannur, Kerala.

4. Medicinal Plants from Jacaranda Mimosifolia to Lindembergia indica (L) Vatka. Dr. Aniie Abraham Prof. Biochemistry Sasikala V. Research Associate, Dr. Helen Professor & HOD of RTD Biochemistry and Vijivijayan Res. Associate, Dept. Biochemistry University of Kerala, Kariyavattom, Thiruvananthapuram -695 581

Chapter III

1. Medicinal Plants from Madhuca Longifolia (Koen) Mac Bride to Puncia Granatum Linn Dr. K. Kalpagam Polasa. Deputy Director and HOD. Food and Toxicology Res. Center, Linn. Drs. Dinesh Kumar (Scientist) and Niramala, Verendra Panpatil (Tech. officers) and Chetan (Res. Scholar) National Inst. Nutrition. Hyderabad, 500007

2. Pterocarpus Mansupium Roxb. Dr. K.T Augusti Rtd. Professor, Dept. Biochemistry University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram. 695 581

3. Chemistry and Pharmacology of Some Selected Medicinal Plants from Phyllanthus Amarus L to Ocium Sanctum L. Miss. Lekshmi R. Nath, Drs. Sophia Margaret Joseph and Ruby John Anto. Scientists, Division of Cancer Res. Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology,. Thiruvananthapuram 695 014.

Chapter IV

1. Medicinal Plants from Quassia to Tinosporia Cordifolia (Willd) Miers ex Hook. F& Thomas, Lekshmi R. Nath, Drs. Sophia Margaret Joseph and Ruby John Anto, Scientists, Division of Cancer Res. Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology. Thiruvananthapuram – 695014

2. Medicinal Plants from Uncaria Surinamensis to Wrightia Tinctoria R. Br. Dr. S. Mini Prof. of Biochemistry, Divya S. Mohan and Prathapan. A. Res Associate Dept. Biochemistry, University of Kerala Kariavattom. Thiruvananthapuram . 6950581

3. Medicinal Plants from Xeromphis Spinosa Keay to ZiZYPHUS JUJUSA Roxb. K. Suneesh former Lecturer in Med. Biochemistry School of Health Sciences, Kannur University Campus, Palayad P.O Thallassery-67661. Kerala and Dr. R. Kaleysa Raj Rtd. HOD of Biochem. Kerala University.

Main Part- II - Chapter V - Additional Information on the Chemistry and Pharmacology of Selected Medicinal Plants

1. Seventeen Important Medicinal Plants and their Antiaging Properties. Sunil S. Lecturer Dept. Biochemistry Academy of Medical Sciences Pariyaram Kannur, Dr. K.T Augusti, Rtd Prof. of Biochemistry, Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram- 695581

2. The Medicinal Properties of Some Common and Rare Plant Species Found in India and Abroad Sunil. S, Lecturer in Biochemistry ACME Pariyaram, Kannur Kerala. 408

3. Compounds with Hypoglycemic and Antioxidant Activities Isolated from Certain Indian Medicinal Plants - Review, Dr. K. Krishnakumar, Lecturer in Botany, Govt. College Pattambi Palakkad Dist. St. Kerala and Dr. K.T Augusti Rtd. Prof of Biochemistry Kerala University.

Chapter VI

1. A Broccoli is a Potent Source of Anticancer Detoxifying and Antioxidant Agents. Dr. R. Kaleysa Raj, Former Prof. & HOD of Biochem. University of Kerala, Trivandrum

B. Important Flavonoids, their Sources and Biological Importance K. Suneesh. Former Lecturer in Medical Biochemistry S.H.S. Kannur University Campus Palayad. Thalassery. 670 661

2. A. Salacia Group of Plants. Chemistry & Pharmacology. Drs. K.T Augusti & Krishna Kumar, (Rtd. Prof of Biochemistry and his Res. Associate, Dept. Biochemistry, Kerala University, Kariavattom, Tvm-695 581)* Now lectutrer in Botany, Govt. College, Pattambi, Palakkad 

B. Bioactive Flavonoids Isolated from the Stem Bark of Ficus Bengalensis Linn. Drs. Regi Jose Prof. Comm. Med. Sree Gokulam Medical College, TVM & K.T Augusti Rtd Prof. Biochemistry, Kerala University. 

C. Asiatic Acid: An Anticancer Pentacyclic Triterpene from Centella Asiatica Mr. Adil Nafar A and Dr. Jose Padikkala (Former Assoc. Director) Amala Cancer Research Center, Amala Nagar, Thrissur. 68055. Kerala

3. A. Hepatoprotective Effects of a Herbal Tea called “JAUNTEA” Extract Against CCl4 Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats. Umesh S.P; Andrews Abraham, Sajimon Thomas and Dr. K. T. Augusti (Former Prof) Department of Biochemistry. School of Med. Edn. M.G.University Gandhi Nagar. Kottayam.686 008.

B. Antiviral Compounds Isolated from Plants. Suja Mathews. Asst. Prof & HOD. MLT. Regional Inst. Med. Sci & Res. M.G. University Puthupally Campus, Kottayam.

Chapter VII

1. Nutraceuticals, Immunomodulators, and Hepatoprotective Plants. Sunitha T K and Sharlet George. Senior Lecturers, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medical Education, M. G University, Kottayam-686 008

2. A. Phytosterols. Divy. S. Mohan Res Scholar and DR. S. Mini. Professor and Former HOD, Department of Biochemistry, Kerala University

B. Vegetable Oils with Medicinal Effects, Prevent Cardio Vascular Diseases. Dr. Nevin K.G. and Dr. Rajmohan. T. Department of Biochemistry, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus P.O, Thiruvananthapuram- 695581, Sree Narayana Guru Institute of Science and Technology (SNGIST), Thekkethazham, Mannam P.O, North Paravoor-683520.

C. I. Nutmeg (Myristica Fragrance), by G.R. Sajitha Former Lecturer in Biochem. Sreemookambika Inst. Med. Sci. Kulasekharam T.N.

D. Tables for the Structures of Biologically Active Compounds of Plant Origin K. Suneesh & P Faizal

E. Biological Effects of Antioxidants Isolated from Lemons and Allium Species as Compared to Vit. E on the Damages Induced by Nicotine in Rats. Dr. P.L. Vijayammal and K.T. Augusti.

Chapter VIII - Miscellaneous Items

1. Names of contributors and topics are mentioned, Drs. K.T. Augusti, R. Kaleysaraj, G.R. Sajitha, P.G. Biju, P.Faizal et al.

About the Author:

K. T. Augusti, MSc.,PhD is Fellow of the Kerala Academy of Sciences and retired Prof. and Head, Department of Medical Biochemistry, School of Health Sciences, Kannur University, Thalassery Campus, Kerala, India.  He was also former Prof. of Biochemistry of Kerala and M. G. Universities, Kerala and Common Wealth Academic Staff Fellow, University of New Castle Upon Tyne, U.K. He has 41 years of teaching experience.  He delivered Key Note address on Allium at the International Conference on Allium Principles at Georgia (2000) and Beijing (2004), a major thrust on the antidiabetic and antiatherogenic affects of Garlic and Onion oils.   Presented paper at the International Congress of Chemistry at Amsterdam, Holland in 1985.  He also presented papers at various National Conferences of Indian Society of Atherosceloris for Research and Society of Biological Chemists of India.