Phytochemicals and Biological Activity of Desert Date (<i>Balanites aegyptiaca</i> (L.) Delile)

Many underutilized tree species are good sources of food, fodder and possible therapeutic agents. <i>Balanites aegyptiaca</i> (L.) Delile belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family and is popularly known as “desert date”, reflecting its edible fruits. This tree grows naturally in Africa, the M...

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Main Authors: Hosakatte Niranjana Murthy, Guggalada Govardhana Yadav, Yaser Hassan Dewir, Abdullah Ibrahim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Plants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/10/1/32