Botanical characteristics and phytochemical analysis of Eucalyptus citriodora leaves
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.56097/binhduonguniversityjournalofscienceandtechnology.v7i2.247Keywords:
Bạch đàn chanh; Eucalyptus citriodora; Thực vật học; Thành phần hóa học; Vi phẫuAbstract
Lemon-scented gum (Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. Syn.: Corymbia citriodora
(Hook.) K.D.Hill & L.A.S.Johnson) is a tree species primarily distributed in Vietnam and
other countries. Lemon-scented gum was introduced to Vietnam in the 1960s and is
cultivated sporadically from the North to the South (Vinh Phuc, Quang Ninh, Long An,
and other provinces). The leaves contain essential oils with a pleasant aroma. The oils have
strong antibacterial properties, so they are useful as antiseptics in the treatment of upper
respiratory infections and certain skin diseases. Additionally, they are used in cosmetic,
soap production, cleaning agents, skin disinfectants, and insect repellents. Currently, there
has been no investigation of botanical characteristics or chemical analysis in Vietnam. The
aim of this study is to determine a botanical characteristics and preliminarily screening the
chemical constituents in the leaves of Eucalyptus citriodora.
