Abstract
One of the major challenges today for research groups on natural products distributed around the world is the discovery of substances that are bioactive, as well as their respective analogues. Thus, plants represent an important study target in the search for these new substances, being considered a promising source of molecular diversity for selective enzymatic inhibitors and synthesis for numerous bioactive compounds. The Brazilian biodiversity is one of the richest on the planet: it encompasses from 15 to 25% of all plant species, with a high rate of biological endemism, dispersed in unique biomes. A wide variety of micro- and macromolecular metabolites have been obtained, and several substances present biological and pharmacological activities with potential for the development of supplements alimentary, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides prototypes. In this context, this chapter documents the enzyme inhibitory potential of Myrtaceae, Lauraceae, and Piperaceae families from Brazilian Flora.
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