Plant Biotechnology and Medicinal Plants

The book "Plant Biotechnology and Medicinal Plants" offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of plant biotechnology and tissue culture in the development of medicinal plants. It highlights innovative approaches to improving the production of secondary metabolites that are significant for the pharmaceutical industry. By examining in vitro cultures and root hairs of plants such as Catharanthus roseus, Silybum marianum, and Digitalis species, it demonstrates how modern biotechnological methods can complement conventional breeding techniques. The focus is on the elicitation strategy to enhance the production of bioactive compounds, which is of great interest to researchers and students in the fields of medicinal plants, phytochemistry, and plant tissue culture. The book also serves as a valuable reference for the pharmaceutical industry, providing in-depth insights into the challenges and solutions of plant biotechnology.