Essential oils (EOs) are widely present in aromatic plants and possess a wide range of significant pharmacological activities such as antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-tumor properties. They have broad application prospects in medical care, food, agriculture and other fields. However, their poor stability poses substantial challenges that significantly hinder their development and practical application. Metal-organic framework materials (MOFs), characterized by highly controllable structures, large specific surface areas, and stimuli-responsive release properties, have been extensively utilized in various fields such as drug delivery and food preservation. Due to their capacity to encapsulate and deliver EOs, MOFs have garnered considerable attention. In this review, we systematically summarize the structural features, types, and characteristics of MOFs, as well as the recent advancements in their application for controlled EO release. Furthermore, we focus on discussing engineering strategies aimed at enhancing the encapsulation, release, and delivery of EOs using MOFs. Finally, we briefly outline the existing challenges in the delivery of EOs using MOFs and present well-reasoned insights into prospective directions for future research.
| 科 Family | 属数 Number of genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) | 属 Genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 鹅膏菌科Amanitaceae | 2 | 11 | 5.26 | 鹅膏菌属 Amanita | 10 | 4.78 |
| 小菇科 Mycenaceae | 2 | 12 | 5.74 | 丝盖伞属 Inocybe | 5 | 2.39 |
| 多孔菌科 Polyporaceae | 8 | 14 | 6.70 | 蜡蘑属 Laccaria | 5 | 2.39 |
| 红菇科 Russulaceae | 3 | 23 | 11.00 | 小皮伞属 Marasmius | 6 | 2.87 |
| 小菇属 Mycena | 11 | 5.26 | ||||
| 光柄菇属 Pluteus | 5 | 2.39 | ||||
| 红菇属 Russula | 17 | 8.13 | ||||
| 栓菌属 Trametes | 5 | 2.39 |