Author(s):
Elmira Kabdylkanova, Dinara Satmbekova, Moldir Koilybayeva, Elmira Kartbayeva, Lazzat Sarsenova, Bakhyt Iskakova, Bekbolat Baltabay
Email(s):
elmirakabdylkanova94@gmail.com , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3203-282X , satmbekova.dinara@med-kaznu.com , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1087-3932 , koilybayeva.mk@gmail.com , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8401-9977 , e.kartbayeva@gmail.com , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0135-5818 , Lazzat.Sarsenova@kaznu.edu.kz , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8643-0703 , iskakova.bakhit@kaznmu.kz , ORCID:https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1769-1735 , bekbolatnis@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00690 
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Elmira Kabdylkanova1, Dinara Satmbekova1*, Moldir Koilybayeva2, Elmira Kartbayeva1, Lazzat Sarsenova1, Bakhyt Iskakova3, Bekbolat Baltabay4
1Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Department of Medicine and Healthcare, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
2Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
3Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University, Department of Psychiatry and Narcology, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
4LLP “Pharm Consult Group”, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 19,
Issue - 10,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Medicinal plants remain instrumental in healthcare due to their abundance of bioactive compounds. Endemic species, in particular, require targeted research, as many remain understudied despite evidence of their biological potential. Numerous anticancer drugs are derived from plants, highlighting the importance of studying underrepresented flora. The unique botanical diversity of Kazakhstan includes Eminium regelii, a rare endemic species of the Araceae family. Although experimental data are limited, early in vitro studies indicate potential anticancer properties. Phytochemical analysis identified luteolin and quercetin as active components. Unlike other species in this genus, E. regelii remains understudied, highlighting the need for further phytochemical and pharmacological research. Furthermore, nanodelivery systems offer a promising strategy for enhancing the solubility, absorption, and efficacy of these flavonoids in future studies. The aim of this review is to comprehensively analyze the therapeutic potential of Eminium regelii as a promising anticancer agent based on existing data.
Cite this article:
Elmira Kabdylkanova, Dinara Satmbekova, Moldir Koilybayeva, Elmira Kartbayeva, Lazzat Sarsenova, Bakhyt Iskakova, Bekbolat Baltabay. Endemic Plants of Kazakhstan: Emphasis on Eminium Regelii and its Anticancer Potential: A Review. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(10):4955-2. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00690
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Elmira Kabdylkanova, Dinara Satmbekova, Moldir Koilybayeva, Elmira Kartbayeva, Lazzat Sarsenova, Bakhyt Iskakova, Bekbolat Baltabay. Endemic Plants of Kazakhstan: Emphasis on Eminium Regelii and its Anticancer Potential: A Review. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2026;19(10):4955-2. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2026.00690 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-19-10-66
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