New Zealand christmas tree: Historic uses and cancer prevention

Felina Marie Cordova, Ronald Ross Watson

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Abstract

The Metrosideros excelsa naturally grows in New Zealand. It produces red flowers and contains anthocyanins and flavonoids, which as antioxidants may have a positive impact on human diseases and health such as in cancer prevention and treatment. In addition, it has had a prominent role in the history of New Zealand and continues to be a symbol for the culture of the country.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationBioactive Foods and Extracts
Subtitle of host publicationCancer Treatment and Prevention
PublisherCRC Press
Pages583-585
Number of pages3
ISBN (Electronic)9781439816219
ISBN (Print)9781439816196
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2010

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine
  • General Engineering
  • General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

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