OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Phytochemistry Reviews is 8. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-06-01 to 2025-06-01.)

Article	Citations
GC–MS analysis, HPLC–UV analysis, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of extracts of wild-growing anabasis salsa native to kazakhstan desert iands	287
Natural alternatives targeting psoriasis pathology and key signaling pathways: a focus on phytochemicals	128
Polyamines: defeat or survival of the fungus	118
Chemical composition, nutritional and health related properties of the medlar (Mespilus germanica L.): from medieval glory to underutilized fruit	90
Phytochemistry, ethnopharmacology and novel formulations based approaches for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: a comprehensive review	88
A systematic review on the research status of quercetagetin: resources, biosynthesis, bioavailability, bioactive-delivery systems, health effects, marketed functional products and patents	73
Nutritional immunological effects and mechanisms of chemical constituents from the homology of medicine and food	64
Correction: Astaxanthin bioaccumulation in microalgae under environmental stress simulated in industrial effluents highlighting prospects of Haematococcus pluvialis: knowledge gaps and prospective app	56
Planar chromatographic super-hyphenations for rapid dereplication	56
Sulfated flavonoids: An updated and comprehensive review of their chemistry and bioactivities	55
From present to prosperity: assessing the current status and envisioning opportunities in the industrial-scale cultivation of Haematococcus pluvialis for astaxanthin production	50
Phenylphenalenone-type phytoalexins in banana (Musa species): a comprehensive review for new research directions	44
Seasonal variations of natural products in European herbs	43
The standardization of officinal medicinal plants used in the Eurasian Economic Union: comparison with other pharmacopoeias	42
A comprehensive approach to phytochemical analysis of macromolecular composites that protect tubers: case studies in suberized potato periderm tissues	42
Evidence of phenolic compounds as modulators of ChREBP and NRF2 in type 2 diabetes: a review of their potential for drug development	40
Allelopathy research on the continuous cropping problem of poplar (populus)	36
Specialized metabolites of the genus Zephyranthes Herb.: a critical review on taxonomy and phytochemistry	36
Natural antioxidants in the preservation of omega-3-rich oils: applications in bulk, emulsified, and microencapsulated chia, flaxseed, and Sacha inchi oils	34
Exploring plant-derived bisindole alkaloids: a comprehensive review of sources, phytochemistry and cytotoxicity	32
Dietary polyphenols ameliorate inflammatory bowel diseases: advances and future perspectives to maximize their nutraceutical applications	31
Beyond traditional uses: the multifaceted bioactivities of steroidal saponins from the genus Trillium and their modern applications	30
Comprehensive review of Urtica dioica L. (Urticaceae) phytochemistry and anti-inflammatory properties	28
Flavonoid mediated selective cross-talk between plants and beneficial soil microbiome	27
Clerodendrum inerme (L.) Gaertn.: a critical review on current progress in traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacological aspects and toxicity	27

The mechanisms of action of prenylated xanthones against breast, colon, and lung cancers, and their potential application against drug resistance	26
Plant-derived bioactive compounds as key players in the modulation of immune-related conditions	26
Correction to: Holothuria triterpene glycosides: a comprehensive guide for their structure elucidation and critical appraisal of reported compounds	25
Comparative structural analysis of plant uridine diphosphate (UDP)-dependent glycosyltransferases (UGTs) in plant specialized metabolism: structures of plant UGTs for biosynthesis of steviol glycoside	25
Edible fruits and berries as a source of functional polyphenols: current scene and future perspectives	24
Cannabis monoterpene synthases: evaluating structure–function relationships	23
Green decontaminants for the remediation of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear contaminants	23
Traditional uses and advances in recent research on wild aromatic plant Mentha longifolia and its pharmacological importance	23
Nanocarrier mediated co-delivery of phytochemicals and chemo-drugs: an emerging strategy to combat lung cancer in a systemic way	23
Phytochemicals with anticancer activity from poisonous plants: potential leads for cancer therapy	23
Flavonoid delivery by solid dispersion: a systematic review	23
Natural acylated flavonoids: their chemistry and biological merits in context to molecular docking studies	22
Medicinal plants as a source of active molecules for the Leishmania parasite	22
Trends in the biotechnological production of isoflavonoids in plant cell suspension cultures	22
Alkaloid diversification in the genus Palicourea (Rubiaceae: Palicoureeae) viewed from a (retro-)biogenetic perspective	21
Recent advancements in natural compounds for cancer therapy and prevention	20
Mechanistic insight into anti-inflammatory potential, phytochemistry and ethnomedicinal status of Ilex species: a review	19
Brazilian arnicas: bioactive compounds, pharmacological properties, potential use and clinical applications	19
Linking phytochemistry to traditional uses and pharmacology of an underexplored genus – Psydrax: a review	18
Gmelina asiatica: exploring traditional uses, pharmacological insights, and phytoconstituents—a comprehensive review (1961–2023)	18
Hordatines, dimerised hydroxycinnamoylagmatine conjugates of barley (Hordeum vulgare L.): an appraisal of the biosynthesis, chemistry, identification and bioactivities	17
A review of the botany, traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Stemonae Radix	17
Skin applications of cannabidiol: sources, effects, delivery systems, marketed formulations and safety	17
The fruit of Corema album (L.) D. Don, a singular white berry with potential benefits in nutrition and health	17
Artemisia argyi H. Lév. & Vaniot: a comprehensive review on traditional uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities	17
Eustress application trough-controlled elicitation strategies as an effective agrobiotechnology tool for capsaicinoids increase: a review	17
Influence of altitude on the physicochemical composition and antioxidant capacity of strawberry: a preliminary systematic review and meta-analysis	17
Sustainable microalgal biomass production in food industry wastewater for low-cost biorefinery products: a review	16
Unraveling the molecular mechanisms of melon fruit firmness: insights into cell wall gene expression and regulation	16
Phytomedicine approach for management of diabetes mellitus: an overview of scientifically confirmed medicinal plants with hypoglycaemic properties and their probable mechanism of action	16
Emerging functions within the enzyme families of plant alkaloid biosynthesis	16
Biosynthesis and biotechnological production of salidroside from Rhodiola genus plants	16
Plant flavonoids bioavailability in vivo and mechanisms of benefits on chronic kidney disease: a comprehensive review	14
Comparative phytochemistry of flavaglines (= rocaglamides), a group of highly bioactive flavolignans from Aglaia species (Meliaceae)	14
Pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and cell signaling pathways of pomegranate peel extract	13
Mass spectrometry imaging: an emerging technology in plant molecular physiology	13
Influence of environmental stress on microalgae growth and lipid profile: a systematic review	13
Plant metabolomics in biotic and abiotic stress: a critical overview	13
The call of the wild hops: chemical diversity of Humulus species and their use in brewing	12
The uneven molecular distribution: a connection with plant functioning and stress resilience	12
Phytopharmacological aspects of Mimosa tenuiflora (Willd.) poir.: a systematic review of preclinical data	12
Application of molecular imprinting approach for alkaloids analysis in food and nutraceuticals: review and perspective	12
Hormetic action of cyanide: plant gasotransmitter and poison	12
Unravelling the chemical and pharmacological contour of plants of the genus Duguetia A. St.-Hil. (Annonaceae): a mini-review	12
Phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Xanthium species: a review	12
Hesperidin: a flavanone with multifaceted applications in the food, animal feed, and environmental fields	11
Guest editorial: special issue on “Microalgae biorefinery: current bottlenecks, challenges, and future directions”	11
A review on the genus Melodinus: traditional uses, phytochemical diversity and pharmacological activities of indole alkaloids	11
Safety concern of drugs of herbal origin	10
Role of bioactive phytochemicals in plant seeds and leaves for diabetes control and prevention: a comprehensive review	10

Synthesis and physiological function of lignin in the reproductive structures of angiosperms	10
“C-phycocyanin from cyanobacteria: a therapeutic journey from antioxidant defence to diabetes management and beyond”	9
Natural products: protective effects against sensorineural hearing loss	9
Agronomic, genetic and chemical tools for hop cultivation and breeding	9
Holothuria triterpene glycosides: a comprehensive guide for their structure elucidation and critical appraisal of reported compounds	9
Where are you heading to, Cannabis research?	9
Modern research progress on extraction and purification, pharmacological activity, toxicology, pharmacokinetics and carrier new dosage forms of ophiopogonin	9
The metabolites of Piper sarmentosum and their biological properties: a recent update	9
Terpenoids and sterols from lichens	9
Australian tropical medicinal plants and their phytochemicals with wound healing and antidiabetic properties	9
Chili peppers (Capsicum spp.): the spice not only for cuisine purposes: an update on current knowledge	8
Exploring the medicinal potential of Lantana camara: a comprehensive review of phytochemicals and therapeutic application	8
Advanced analysis of oligomeric proanthocyanidins: latest approaches in liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry based analysis	8
Ecological and environmental determinants of phytochemical variability in forest trees	8
A critical review on Pulicaria species occurring in Qatar: traditional uses, phytochemistry and biological activities	8
The anticancer properties of harmine and its derivatives	8
Advancing alkaloid-based medicines: medical applications, scalable production and synthetic innovations	8
Bioactivity and application of anthocyanins in skin protection and cosmetics: an extension as a functional pigment	8
An extensive analysis of the biochemical dimensions of phytochemicals in the treatment or prevention of breast cancer	8
Natural therapies: a systematic review of the medicinal applications of Passiflora ligularis	8
Advances and challenges in Paeoniae Radix Rubra research from 2014 to 2024: the botany, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and application	8
Advanced high-resolution chromatographic strategies for efficient isolation of natural products from complex biological matrices: from metabolite profiling to pure chemical entities	8
Diterpenoids from Euphorbia lathyris L.: a comprehensive review update	8
Biofuel production from microalgae: challenges and chances	8