The relevance of studying the leaves of Hierochloe Odorata (L.) P. Beauv as a promising source of raw material with antioxidant potential

Abstract

Hierochloë odorata (L.) P. Beauv is a plant of the genus Hierochloe, family Poaceae, all parts of which have a sweet smell. Its above-ground part is traditionally used in folk medicine as an appetising, wound-healing and antiseptic agent, and is also included in medicinal preparations to increase lactation. Due to its pleasant vanilla-herbal aroma, H. odorata is widely used in the food industry as a raw material for aromatic infusions.