ANATOMO-DIAGNOSTIC CHARACTERISTICS OF ACMELLA OLERACE HERB - A PROMISING SOURCE OF BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE SUBSTANCES
Present article describes anatomic and diagnostic characteristics of Acmella olerace - an annual plant native to Brazil, but also suitable for introduction in Central Russia. A. olerace is widely used in traditional medicine of Brazil and India for treating toothache and sore throat, since it possesses anti-inflammatory and anesthetic properties. The aim of the study was to identify characteristics which can be used to distinguish this plant from contaminating species and prevent adulteration and falsification. The authors conclude that the results of the study can be used for identification purposes and in regulatory documents development.