Sero-Taxonomical Classification

• This method uses serological (antibody-antigen) reactions to classify drugs.

• It is a modern approach used mainly in biotechnology, genetic research, and plant authentication.

How It Works?

• Uses serological techniques (antigen-antibody reactions) to detect similarities between plant species.

• Helps in plant authentication by detecting specific proteins or enzymes.

• Useful in biotechnology for producing recombinant drugs and vaccines.

Examples

• Plant proteins and enzymes are studied to determine relationships between medicinal plants.

• Used in vaccine production (e.g., plant-based vaccines).

Advantages

• Helps in scientific plant classification based on immunological properties.

• Useful for biotechnology and genetic studies.

Disadvantages of Sero-Taxonomical

• Requires advanced laboratory techniques.

• Not widely used in general pharmacognosy.