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erilla frutescens is an annual herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It is majorly produced in
countries like China, Japan, India, Thailand and Korea. Recently, Perilla plant is gaining more attention
because of its medicinal benefits and phytochemical contents. The major phytochemical compounds
reported in this species are phenolic compounds (Rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, ferulic acid), flavonoids
(luteolin, apigenin), Phytosterols, Tocopherols, Policosanols and Fatty acid. Perilla seed oil is also a rich
source of essential fatty acid such as α-linolenic acid (54-64%) and linoleic acid (14%).