What Types of Plants are Patented for Cancer Research?
Various types of plants have been patented for their anticancer properties. These include plants that produce unique phytochemicals or secondary metabolites known to have anticancer effects. For instance, the extract from the bark of the Pacific Yew Tree, which contains taxol (a well-known chemotherapy drug), was the subject of a patent. Researchers are continuously exploring other plants for novel compounds that can be patented and developed into effective cancer treatments.
