Kinetic modeling and optimization of musk willow (Salix aegyptiaca L.) essential oil extraction process using ultrasound assisted hydrodistillation

Background: The use of medicinal plants is an option for livestock farmers who are not allowed to use allopathic drugs under certified organic programs or cannot afford to use allopathic drugs for minor health problems of livestock. Methods: In 2003 we conducted semi-structured interviews with 60 participants obtained using a purposive sample. Medicinal plants are used to treat a range of condi...

BACKGROUND The use of medicinal plants is an option for livestock farmers who are not allowed to use allopathic drugs under certified organic programs or cannot afford to use allopathic drugs for minor health problems of livestock. METHODS In 2003 we conducted semi-structured interviews with 60 participants obtained using a purposive sample. Medicinal plants are used to treat a range of condi...

willows due to the rapid growth rate, low nutrient requirements, resistance to many pollutants, and environmental stresses are ideal candidates for developing the landscapes and reducing the environmental degradation. the purpose of this study was to determine the response of salix alba seedling to water deficit conditions. this experiment was set up as complete randomized design with five irri...

Over the last decade, there has been a growing interest in use of wide range phytoadditives to counteract harmful effects heat stress poultry. Willow (Salix spp.) is tree with long history. Among various forms, willow bark an important natural source salicin, β-O-glucoside saligenin, but also polyphenols (flavonoids and condensed tannins) antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory activity. ...

This paper reviews the potential for using trees for the phytoremediation of heavy metal-contaminated land. It considers the following aspects: metal tolerance in trees, heavy metal uptake by trees grown on contaminated substrates, heavy metal compartmentalisation within trees, phytoremediation using trees and the phytoremediation potential of willow (Salix spp.).

Disclosure. Dr. Shaya has performed research in collaboration with SMT,Inc. Nevin Whitelaw and George Whitelaw have received honoraria from Shire Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Joseph is a full-time employee at Shire. Dr. Cohen has received research grants from, and has served as a paid consultant for, Salix Pharmaceuticals. Persistence with Pharmacotherapy for Gastrointestinal Disease: Associated Costs ...