A Review of Isolation, Chemical Properties, and Bioactivities of Polysaccharides from Bletilla striata

Recently, polysaccharides from Bletilla striata , a member of the orchidaceous family, aroused the wide interest of people, especially their isolation, chemical properties, and bioactivities. It is reported that these polysaccharides are the most important biologically active components of B. striata , exhibiting various biological activities, such as immunomodulatory, antioxidant, antifibrotic, and hemostatic effects. This review appraised the...