Novel microalgae from Panax ginseng rhizosphere: a potential sustainable source of saponins and antioxidants

Key Points

• Novel microalgae show significant potential as a sustainable source of saponins and antioxidants, providing new opportunities in nutrition.
• The study identifies specific microalgae strains that offer high levels of antioxidants and saponins, critical for health.
• Sampling from the rhizosphere of Panax ginseng uncovers unique microalgae with beneficial properties.
• These findings highlight the rhizosphere as a rich source for discovering sustainable bioactive compounds.