Abstract
Umbelliferous fruits are usually cremocarps either entire or separated into mericarps. These types of fruits are produced by the plants which belongs to Apiaceae family of the flowering plants. Some of the examples of plants producing umbelliferous fruits are Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), Caraway (Carum carvi), Anise (Pimpinella anisum), Dill (Anethum graveolens), Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), Cuminum (Cuminum cyminum), and Celery (Apium graveolens). This review is written to shed light on detailed study of chemical constituents and pharmacological actions of Umbelliferous fruits. This review will be beneficial to the scientist, manufacturer and consumers in order to explore the potential health benefits of Umbelliferous fruits. Keywords: Umbelliferous fruits, Cremocarps, Apiaceae family.
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