Tiny bryophytes: nature's hidden reservoirs of powerful anti-cancer compounds.

Bryophytes are a promising source of bioactive compounds, offering a natural alternative to conventional anticancer drugs known for their cytotoxicity. This article highlights potent anticancer agents such as Marchantin A, phytol, perrottetin E, phenanthrene, and prenylated bibenzyls, which have demonstrated significant efficacy in inhibiting and destroying various cancer cell lines.