Category Archives: Aloysia (Aloysia polystachya)

Carvone: Terpenoid with Central Nervous System Effects

Posted on June 27, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Carvone is a secondary metabolite produced by a number of plants. Carvone belongs to the terpenoid group of phytochemicals. Terpenoids are molecules consisting of linked isoprene units, and in plants include monoterpenes, diterpenes, and sesquiterpenes. Carvone falls into the category … Continue reading →

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Aloysia Plants: Central Nervous System Effects

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Aloysia plants are a group of flowering plants that belong to the Verbenaceae or vervain family of plants. As a group the plants are generally known as beebrushes, and are native to the Americas. Evidence suggests that certain plants from … Continue reading →

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Aloysia (Aloysia polystachya): The Antidepressant, Anti-Anxiety Herb

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Aloysia (Aloysia polystachya) is a flowering plant that belongs to the Verbenaceae family. Aloysia as a group of plants are commonly known as beebrushes and are native to subtropical South America. Aloysia grows to about 15 meters in height and … Continue reading →

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