The Enigmatic Charm of Curcuma inodora: Considerations for Conservation and Improvement
摘要
The most significant source of curcuminCurcumin is from the genus Curcuma, which has long been utilized in numerous traditional remedies. Curcuma inodora, is one of the 40 species of Curcuma found in India, it has remained a little-studied species despite its diverse qualities and significance in the pharmaceuticalPharmaceutical and floriculture industries. This plant species has severalpotential medicinal and nutritional benefits including in-vitro anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatoryproperties. Studies on conventional and in vitro biotechnological efforts have been made towards improvement. In this chapter, we have tried to present the recent information on the various aspects of Curcuma inodora, including its taxonomical diversity, therapeutic propertiesTherapeutic properties, breeding strategiesBreeding strategies, in-vitro cultureIn-Vitro techniques and prospects, which can serve as a reference for future research projects and related initiatives.