Seabuckthorn (Hippophae spp.) : The Golden Bush

Seabuckthorn (Hippophae spp.) : The Golden Bush

Seabuckthorn (Hippophae species) is a miraculous plant of the cold arid Himalayan region. It is also found growing naturally in various countries of Asia, Europe and America. Almost every part of the plant, particularly fruits and leaves, are a rich source of vitamins and other bioactive substances like carotenoids, flavonoids and sterols etc., which provide it rich nutritional and medicinal properties. The fruit pulp and seed contains valuable oil which is used in preparation of various health foods, cosmetics and medicines. Recently, it has attracted attention of researchers, industrialists and ecologists alike, for its multipurpose value. The principle aim of this book is to provide scientific information on seabuckthorn. This edited book covers most of the aspects such as distribution, botany, genetic diversity, properties/ phytochemistry, propagation, cultivation, harvesting, conservation and utilization etc. of seabuckthorn. The book includes 19 chapters contributed by 47 experts belonging to 23 different institutions. The chapters have been critically reviewed by eminent experts in the field. The present compilation would be extremely useful for the scientists, academicians, industrialists, environmentalists and people associated with ethnobotany, traditional medical systems and natural products.