Phytochemistry And Medicinal Potential Of Lamiaceae: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract

The Lamiaceae (mint) family is one of the most significant plant families, known for its rich diversity of medicinal and aromatic plants. Comprising over 7,000 species across 250 genera, Lamiaceae members are characterized by essential oils, flavonoids, polyphenols, and terpenoids, contributing to their medicinal properties (Baser & Buchbauer, 2010; Vieira et al., 2018). Traditionally, these plants have been used to treat various ailments, including respiratory, digestive, and inflammatory disorders (Sharopov, 2013). Recent research highlights their pharmacological potential, particularly their antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer effects (Miguel, 2010; Singh et al., 2017). This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the phytochemistry and medicinal properties of Lamiaceae species, along with their therapeutic applications and future research prospects.