Sources of Drugs: Plants, Animals, Marine Organisms, and Tissue Culture
Plants Sources of Drugs Plants have been a rich source of medicinal compounds since ancient times. They produce a diverse array of secondary metabolites, which are compounds not directly involved in the growth and development of the plant but often possess pharmacological properties. Examples of medicinal plants include: 1. Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum): The opium … Read more
