PRIMARY STUDY

Antiproliferative activity of essential oils derived from plants belonging to the Magnoliophyta division.

Key Findings:  Both caryophyllene and alpha-terpineol showed important antiproliferative effects on K562 (leukemia) cells.

Type of Study:  Laboratory Study

Study Result:  Positive

Research Location(s):  Italy

Year of Pub:  2006


Cannabinoids Studied: 

Phytocannabinoid Source:  Not Applicable

Terpenes Studied:  ß-Caryophyllene, Terpineol

Route of Administration:  In vitro




Citation:  Lampronti I, et al. Antiproliferative activity of essential oils derived from plants belonging to the Magnoliophyta division. Int J Oncol. 2006; 29:989-95.

Authors:  Lampronti I, Saab AM, Gambari R