Phytochemical, Antioxidant and Anti-Cancer Properties of Euphorbia tirucalli Methanolic and Aqueous Extracts

Euphorbia tirucalli is a succulent shrub or small tree that is native to the African continent, however, it is widely cultivated across the globe due to its use in traditional medicines to treat ailments, ranging from scorpion stings to HIV. Recent studies have identified compounds present in the la...

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Main Authors: Benjamin Munro, Quan V. Vuong, Anita C. Chalmers, Chloe D. Goldsmith, Michael C. Bowyer, Christopher J. Scarlett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-10-01
Series:Antioxidants
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/4/4/647