Pelargonium graveolens as a source of herbal raw material

Pelargonium graveolens is a plant of significant importance in natural medicine, as well as in cosmetics and aromatherapy. This species is rich in secondary metabolites, including geraniol, citronellol, linalool, which gives it antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and sedative properties. Currently, there is an increase in demand for P. graveolens plants, especially the oil produced from them. Clonal propagation techniques in in vitro culture and new biotechnological methods can facilitate large-scale production of genetically identical plants and ensure the availability of a homogeneous raw material. This paper reviews the suitability of various in vitro culture techniques used for P. graveolens species, as well as biotechnological possibilities for improving this species.