<i>Calluna vulgaris</i> as a Valuable Source of Bioactive Compounds: Exploring Its Phytochemical Profile, Biological Activities and Apitherapeutic Potential

<i>Calluna vulgaris</i>, belonging to the <i>Ericaceae</i> family, is an invasive plant that has widely spread from Europe all across Asia, North America, Australia and New Zealand. Being able to survive in rigid soil and environmental conditions, it is nowadays considered to...

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Main Authors:	Alexandra-Antonia Cucu, Gabriela-Maria Baci, Alexandru-Bogdan Cucu, Ştefan Dezsi, Cristian Lujerdean, Iuliana Cristina Hegeduş, Otilia Bobiş, Adela Ramona Moise, Daniel Severus Dezmirean
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2022-07-01
Series:	Plants
Subjects:	<i>Calluna vulgaris</i> bioactive compounds biological activities therapeutic value apitherapy heather honey
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/11/15/1993

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