{"id":7402,"date":"2023-01-27T19:20:30","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T19:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/education.tiu.edu.iq\/biology\/?p=7402"},"modified":"2023-02-14T13:27:23","modified_gmt":"2023-02-14T13:27:23","slug":"internal-seminar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/education.tiu.edu.iq\/biology\/internal-seminar\/","title":{"rendered":"Internal Seminar on Morphoanatomical Features of Syzygium Polyanthum"},"content":{"rendered":"

Internal Seminar on Morphoanatomical Features of Syzygium Polyanthum<\/strong><\/p>\n

On January 25th, Assist Prof. Dr. Abdulrahman M. Dogara<\/a> of the Biology Education Department presented a seminar entitled “Morphoanatomical Features of Syzygium Polyanthum (Wight) Walp (Serai Kayu and Serai Kayu Hutan)”. The seminar shed light on the unique characteristics of the serai kayu tree, which is a tropical evergreen tree commonly found in Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.<\/p>\n

Dr. Dogara’s study revealed that the leaves of the serai kayu tree have a high stomatal density on the lower surface, allowing the tree to absorb moisture from the air effectively. The tree’s stem is characterized by a thick cortex and well-developed xylem and phloem, with cork cells in the bark providing protection against herbivores and pathogens. Moreover, the study identified several phytochemical compounds in the tree, including flavonoids, tannins, and essential oils, which have medicinal properties and have been traditionally used to treat various ailments.<\/p>\n

This research provides valuable insights into the unique adaptations and medicinal properties of the serai kayu tree, underscoring the importance of preserving and studying these plants in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n\n\t\t