<p>Essential oils derived from native Mediterranean flora are extensively utilized, yet the accompanying byproducts of hydrodistillation remain largely unexplored and underutilized. As there is a dearth of information in existing literature, we have, for the first time, systematically recovered and analyzed the chemical composition of the residues obtained post hydrodistillation of <i>J. Phoenicia</i> leaves and berries, namely aqueous residues and solid remnants. Essential oil composition was analyzed via GC–MS, revealing different qualitative and quantitative profiles for both plant parts, with limonene/alpha-Pinene/sabinene was the predominant chemotype in leaves EO, whereas alpha- Pinene/limonene /gamma-Muurolene was identified as the representative chemotype of berries EO. Wastewater and solid residues analysis via GC-TOF–MS revealed the presence of substantial cyclitol contents (49–70%), with D-pinitol emerging as the predominant compound (79–131&#xa0;mg/g DW) in the hydrodistillation wastewaters of leaves and berries, as well as in the recovered solid residues. Additionally, compounds such as catechins, quinic acid, D-malic acid, and communic acid were also detected in significant quantities. From the perspective of the comprehensive valorization of these underutilized and squandered bioresidues, there exists a dual opportunity to reclaim biosourced molecules of significant value while concurrently mitigating the adverse pollutant impacts. This initiative aims to propel sustainable development and nurture bioeconomy through a comprehensive zero-waste integrated approach that advocates for the avenues of eco-friendly biorefineries.</p>

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Unlocking the potential of juniperus phoenicea hydrodistillation by-products: a sustainable resource for bioactive compounds

  • Myriam Lamine,
  • Zohra Hamdi,
  • Ahmed Mliki,
  • Mahmoud Gargouri

摘要

Essential oils derived from native Mediterranean flora are extensively utilized, yet the accompanying byproducts of hydrodistillation remain largely unexplored and underutilized. As there is a dearth of information in existing literature, we have, for the first time, systematically recovered and analyzed the chemical composition of the residues obtained post hydrodistillation of J. Phoenicia leaves and berries, namely aqueous residues and solid remnants. Essential oil composition was analyzed via GC–MS, revealing different qualitative and quantitative profiles for both plant parts, with limonene/alpha-Pinene/sabinene was the predominant chemotype in leaves EO, whereas alpha- Pinene/limonene /gamma-Muurolene was identified as the representative chemotype of berries EO. Wastewater and solid residues analysis via GC-TOF–MS revealed the presence of substantial cyclitol contents (49–70%), with D-pinitol emerging as the predominant compound (79–131 mg/g DW) in the hydrodistillation wastewaters of leaves and berries, as well as in the recovered solid residues. Additionally, compounds such as catechins, quinic acid, D-malic acid, and communic acid were also detected in significant quantities. From the perspective of the comprehensive valorization of these underutilized and squandered bioresidues, there exists a dual opportunity to reclaim biosourced molecules of significant value while concurrently mitigating the adverse pollutant impacts. This initiative aims to propel sustainable development and nurture bioeconomy through a comprehensive zero-waste integrated approach that advocates for the avenues of eco-friendly biorefineries.