<i>Cannabis sativa</i> as an Herbal Ingredient: Problems and Prospects
Ayodeji O. Oriola,
Pallab Kar,
Adebola O. Oyedeji
Affiliations
Ayodeji O. Oriola
Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Nelson Mandela Drive, P/Bag X1, Mthatha 5117, South Africa
Pallab Kar
African Medicinal Flora and Fauna Research Niche, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha 5117, South Africa
Adebola O. Oyedeji
Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Nelson Mandela Drive, P/Bag X1, Mthatha 5117, South Africa
Cannabis sativa, otherwise known as hemp, is discussed to highlight the various problems and prospects associated with its use as an herbal ingredient. The chemical composition of hemp, with classification based on cannabinoid contents, its biological activities, current global scenarios and legality issues, economic importance, and future prospects, are discussed.
