Phytochemical Characterization of Chamomile ( L.) Roots and Evaluation of Their Antioxidant and Antibacterial Potential.

L., German chamomile, is one of the most widely used medicinal plants, whose efficacy has been proven in numerous studies. However, its roots have attracted only little interest so far, since mainly above-ground plant parts are used for medicinal purposes.

Rapid Spectrophotometric Method for Assessing Hydroperoxide Formation from Terpenes in Essential Oils upon Oxidative Conditions.

Essential oils are widely used in the food and cosmetics industry as natural flavoring and fragrance substances. For this reason, a thorough quality control applying selected analytical methods is required. Oxidation along with hydroperoxide formation is an important drawback during production and storage of essential oils.

Investigations into the Natural Occurrence of 1-Phenylethyl Acetate (Styrallyl Acetate).

So far, the occurrence of the flavor constituent 1-phenylethyl acetate in a natural source has not been unambiguously confirmed. The present work provides the detailed identification of 1-phenylethyl acetate from clove ( (L.) Merr.