Introduction to Pharmacognosy Pharmacognosy is the study of natural products derived from plants, animals, and microorganisms that have potential therapeutic properties. It encompasses the identification, cultivation, extraction, and utilization of these natural substances for medicinal purposes. The term “pharmacognosy” is derived from the Greek words “pharmakon” meaning drug and “gnosis” …
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Definition of pharmacognosy
Pharmacognosy is the branch of pharmacology and biology that studies natural products, particularly plant-based substances, and their various uses in medicine and healthcare. It involves identifying, isolating, characterizing, and evaluating natural compounds derived from plants, animals, microorganisms, and other natural sources for their potential pharmacological and therapeutic properties. Pharmacognosy encompasses …
