Leaf extracts containing citriodolic acids show antiviral activity against which virus?
Answer
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Recent scientific research has identified that leaf extracts from Corymbia citriodora contain citriodolic acids, which exhibit potent antiviral activity against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). This activity has been found to be comparable to existing drug treatments, highlighting the potential of these botanical extracts in treating viral infections.
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