Origin, Distribution, Germplasm, and Cultivation of Sea Buckthorn
摘要
Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.), recognized by China’s National Health Commission as a “medicine food homology” fruit, is rich in nearly 200 bioactive compounds, including polyunsaturated fatty acids, carotenoids, sugar alcohols, superoxide dismutase, phytosterols, and polyphenols. This classification underscores its dual role in nutrition and medicine. Sea buckthorn’s notable bioactivity encompasses cardiovascular health, anti-diabetic properties, and anti-obesity effects.