Discovery of chemical markers for maidong (roots of Ophiopogon japonicus and Liriope spicata): A feature-based molecular networking approach

Abstract

Tuberous roots of Ophiopogon japonicus and Liriope spicata are collectively used as maidong medicine in China for the same clinical efficacy, nourish yin and generate fluids, moisten lung, and clear heart fire. Extensive cultivation of these species has led to the need for more robust quality assessments. Nevertheless, few studies have characterized the metabolomic profile specific to species and growing regions, with a particular focus on their active compounds. A comprehensive understanding of metabolomic profiles of maidong is esse Show more