Prunella vulgaris L.: An Updated Overview of Botany, Chemical Composition, Extraction Methods, and Biological Activities

Prunella vulgaris L. (PV) is a well-known renewable drug resource full of different groups of biologically active substances with a wide range of pharmacological actions and applications in medicine. In this review, we present an updated comprehensive overview of the botany, extracting methods, chemical composition, and pharmacological activity of different parts of PV extracts. As a result of this review, it was found that chemical composition of PV depends on various factors ranging from the part of the plant to the method of extraction. We also highlight extraction methods that have not been previously used for obtaining PV extracts and may have high scientific interest. With this review, we hope to guide present and future professionals and provide possible previously unexplored areas to find new solutions associated with PV plant.

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In this review, a comprehensive overview of the botany, extracting methods, chemical composition, and pharmacological activity of different parts of Prunella vulgaris L. (PV) extracts is presented. It was found that the chemical composition of PV varies depending on various factors. The review also highlights previously unused extraction methods that may have scientific interest, aiming to guide professionals and explore new solutions associated with PV plant.