Oroxylum indicum (L.) Kurz, an important Asian traditional medicine: From traditional uses to scientific data for its commercial exploitation

2015 ◽  
Vol 161 ◽  
pp. 255-278 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. Dinda ◽  
I. SilSarma ◽  
M. Dinda ◽  
P. Rudrapaul
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Commercial Exploitation ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Oroxylum Indicum

scholarly journals Zingiber zerumbet(L.) Smith: A Review of Its Ethnomedicinal, Chemical, and Pharmacological Uses

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. J. Yob ◽  
S. Mohd. Jofrry ◽  
M. M. R. Meor. Mohd. Affandi ◽  
L. K. Teh ◽  
M. Z. Salleh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Biological Evaluation ◽  
Perennial Herb ◽  
Zingiber Zerumbet ◽  
Tropical Countries ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Worm Infestation

Zingiber zerumbetSm., locally known to the Malay as “Lempoyang,” is a perennial herb found in many tropical countries, including Malaysia. The rhizomes ofZ. zerumbet, particularly, have been regularly used as food flavouring and appetizer in various Malays' cuisines while the rhizomes extracts have been used in Malay traditional medicine to treat various types of ailments (e.g., inflammatory- and pain-mediated diseases, worm infestation and diarrhea). Research carried out using differentin vitroandin vivoassays of biological evaluation support most of these claims. The active pharmacological component ofZ. zerumbetrhizomes most widely studied is zerumbone. This paper presents the botany, traditional uses, chemistry, and pharmacology of this medicinal plant.

scholarly journals REVIEW OF THE TRADITIONAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY, TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY OF FENUGREEK (TRIGONELLA FOENUM-GRAECUM L.): AN IMPORTANT MEDICINAL PLANT IN UNANI MEDICINE

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shabnam Anjum Ara ◽  
Shaheen Akhlaq ◽  
Mohammad Fazil ◽  
Usama Akram ◽  
Bilal Ahmad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Wide Spectrum ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
In Vivo Studies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cytotoxic Activities ◽  
Unani Medicine ◽  
Trigonella Foenum Graecum ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Trigonella Foenum Graecum L

Background: Trigonella foenum-graecum L. with common name fenugreek, is a very popular spice as well as an important herb of traditional Unani medicine. It is one of the most promising herbs having nutritional as well as medicinal value, used for the treatment of an extensive range of ailments. Objective: The aim ofthe review isto present the traditional uses, phytochemistry, toxicology in the light of Unani medicine as well as contemporary researchesto comprehend itsimportance. Methods: The literature was collected from classical Unani textssuch as Khazain al-Advia, Makhzan al-Advia, Muhit-i-Azam, Al-Jami li Mufradat al- Advia wa'l Aghziya, Al Qanoon Fit Tib etc., and scientific data from published experimental and clinical studies were searched from search engines like Scopus, Web of science, Embase, Google scholar, Pub Med etc. Results: Phytochemical studies have led to the isolation of different compounds such as alkaloid, flavonoids, saponin, volatile contents, gum and fibre. Fresh plant ingredients such as seed, leaves etc, crude extracts and isolated constituents of fenugreek showed a wide spectrum of in vitro and in vivo studies that embrace its hypoglycaemic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cytotoxic activities. Conclusion: With its vast mode of action, it influences in multiple ways in treatment of the diseases and the present review revealed its therapeutic potential and status. For future research prospects, the need of further studies involving mechanisms of action on scientific parameters is essential.

scholarly journals Phytochemistry, Traditional Uses and Pharmacological Properties of the Genus Opopanax W. D. J. Koch: A Mini-Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-106
Author(s):  
Alev Önder ◽  
Lutfun Nahar ◽  
Sushmita Nath ◽  
Satyajit D. Sarker
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Mediterranean Region ◽  
Antimicrobial Activities ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Phytochemical Profile ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Antioxidant And Antimicrobial Activities

The genus Opopanax W.D.J. Koch is a member of the Apiaceae family, distributed throughout the Mediterranean region and comprises only three recognized and well-defined species, O. chironium (L.) W.D.J. Koch, O. hispidus (Friv.) Griseb. and O. persicus Boiss. The species of this genus with yellow flowers are well-known in traditional medicine and consumed as food. This review critically appraises published literature on the phytochemistry, traditional usages, and pharmacological activities of the genus Opopanax. In addition, it provides evidence to suggest that the plants from this genus have potential phytotherapeutic applications. Previous phytochemical and bioactivity studies revealed that the genus Opopanax predominantly produces coumarins, diterpenes, phenolics, and phthalides, and possesses various biological and pharmacological properties, including anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. The phytochemical profile and pharmacological activities of the genus Opopanax could be useful for further study and might find additional medicinal applications in evidence-based phytotherapy

scholarly journals Amenagement des produits forestiers ligneux et non ligneux dans la region de l’Est-Cameroun : Cas de la station polyvalente de recherche agricole d’Abong Mbang

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-16
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Armel Bayoi ◽  
Florent Menyene Etoundi ◽  
Elvis Mouyakan A. Moumbock ◽  
Mbezele Junior Yannick Ngaba
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Research ◽  
Sampling Rate ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Scientific Data ◽  
Research Station ◽  
Commercial Exploitation ◽  
Local Populations ◽  
Ancestral Knowledge ◽  
Non Timber Forest Products

Les produits forestiers ligneux (PFL) et non ligneux (PFNL) jouent un rôle important pour le bien-être des populations au Cameroun. Malheureusement, elles font face à plusieurs menaces telle que l’exploitation commerciale de la ressource et l’exploitation anarchique de bois d’œuvre ; l’absence ou l’insuffisance de donnée scientifiques nécessaires pour les prises de décision d’aménagement. L’objectif de l’étude est d’identifier et d’évaluer la disponibilité des espèces végétales dans la forêt de la station polyvalente de recherche agricole d’Abong Mbang. Un inventaire d’aménagement a été effectué avec un taux de sondage de 5%. Il ressort de cette étude qu’il y une extrême diversité des PFL et PFNL dans la zone d’étude. Un total de 69 PFL (bois d’œuvre) et 18 PFNL sont utilisées dans la localité pour l’alimentation, la santé ou l’ornement. Les fruits et les feuilles sont généralement utilisés pour la consommation alors que les écorces sont à usage médicinale. Les connaissances ancestrales des populations locales sur cette ressource est approfondie et contribue à leur bien-être ont une des PFNL.   Timber and non-timber forest products (NTFPs) play an important role for the well-being of the populations in Cameroon.  Unfortunately, they face several threats such as the commercial exploitation of the resource and the uncontrolled exploitation of timber; the lack or insufficiency of scientific data necessary for management decisions. The objective of the study is to identify and evaluate the availability of plant species in the forest of the Abong-Mbang Agricultural Research Station. A  management inventory was conducted with a sampling rate of 5%. The study revealed that there is an extreme diversity of LFAs and NTFPs in the study area. A total of 69 LFWPs (timber) and 18 NTFPs are used in the locality for food, health or ornamental purposes. Fruits and leaves are generally used for consumption while barks are used for medicinal purposes. The ancestral knowledge of local populations on this resource is deep and contributes to their well-being have a NTFP.

Ethnomedicinal knowledge for treating stomachache among the Bagata tribe of Visakhapatnam District (Andhra Pradesh)

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 53-56
Author(s):  
Bonela Sri ◽  
T.V.V. Reddi
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Andhra Pradesh ◽  
Mode Of Administration ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Dosage Rate ◽  
Visakhapatnam District ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Knowledge

The paper examines traditional uses of some plants used to treat stomachache by the Bagata tribe of Visakhapatnam district. Forests have provided enough material to tribes for use in the traditional medicine. During the survey of the tribal villages, data on 47 medicinal plants used to cure stomachache were collected. Forty-seven plant species belongs to 45 genera and 30 families are reported along with family, vernacular and English names, dosage rate and mode of administration have been enumerated.

scholarly journals A perspective review of phytochemistry and pharmacology of the Syzygium genus

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 1490-1495
Author(s):  
Yuniarni U ◽  
Sukandar E Y ◽  
Fidrianny I
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Pharmacological Activity ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Biological Activities ◽  
Ornamental Plants ◽  
Chemical Compounds ◽  
Chemical Components ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Widespread Species ◽  
Traditional Uses

Syzygium is a genus of the Myrtaceae family consisting of large and widespread species from Africa, Asia, Australia, and throughout Oceania and the Pacific region. Some have been cultivated for bearing fruit, ornamental plants and used as traditional medicine. This article excavated Syzygium genus which was focused on traditional uses, chemical compounds and biological activities related to treatment of syndrome metabolic. All information was obtained from the scientific literature such as Science Direct, Google Scholar, Scopus and PubMed. Several species were known to have therapeutic potential and used in traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and herbal medicine in Indonesia. Traditionally, Syzygium is known for its therapeutic purposes such as coughing, diarrhea, colds, dysentery, inflammation, pain, skin, and mouth infections. Only a few species have been scientifically studied to verify their usage as traditional medicine. There were many reports on the traditional uses and medicinal effects of Syzygium plants, but only a few review articles mainly about phytochemical constituents and their role in pharmacological activities. The present reviews highlight the phytochemical and pharmacological activity of various species of the Syzygium genus. The pharmacological activities were discussed in this article focused to metabolic syndrome treatment, such as antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic, antioxidant and antihypertensive activities. Chemical components isolated mainly flavonoid, terpenoids/sesquiterpenoid, sterols, and lignan. Several bioactive compounds have been identified correlated with pharmacological activity, but the chemical compounds were different for each species.

scholarly journals Traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Croton bonplandianum - A review

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 185-189
Author(s):  
Rachana Lodhi ◽  
Pradeep Kumar Mohanty
Keyword(s):  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
In Vivo Studies ◽  
Bioactive Constituents ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Steroid Glycosides ◽  
Available Information

Croton bonplandianum L. (Euphorbiaceae) has been widely used in traditional medicine for a wide range of ailments likejaundice, acute constipation, abdominal dropsy, dysentery, external wounds, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and infectious disorders. This aim of the present study is to comprehend the fragmented information available on the traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology of C. bonplandianum to explore its therapeutic potential and futureresearch opportunities. All the available information on C. bonplandianum was collected via electronic search (using Google Scholar, Scopus, Pubmed, and SciFinder) and a library search. Traditional uses of C. bonplandianum are recorded throughout the Asia and South America, where it has been usedfor about various types of disease. The research on bioactive compounds had led to the isolation of diterpenes, alkaloids, flavonoids, steroid glycosides, volatile componentsand some other classes of secondary metabolites fromC. bonplandianum. Extracts and bioactive constituents of C. bonplandianum exhibited a wide range of pharmacological activitieslike, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, wound healing, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-tumor.C. bonplandianum emerged as a rich source of traditional medicine for the treatment of various disease although variousin vitro and in vivo studies validated its traditional medicinal uses. 

Asperugo Procumbens: a Review of Botany, Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 3092-3095
Author(s):  
Grzegorz Łazarski
Keyword(s):  
Fatty Acids ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
Linolenic Acid ◽  
Pharmacological Study ◽  
Stearidonic Acid ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Omega 3 ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Wide Range

Asperugo procumbens is a medicinal plant widely distributed in the world, which is commonly used in the traditional medicine of the Middle East, while currently overlooked in European pharmacopoeias. The aim of the study is to present a comprehensive overview of A. procumbens in botany, traditional medicine, phytochemistry and pharmacology according to the up-to-date data. Scientific literature on the species was collected based on publicly available databases such as: PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Google, Google Scholar as well as monographs and PhD theses. In traditional medicine the aerial part of A. procumbens is used for treatment of skin infections, herpes, liver and respiratory tract diseases, to strengthen the heart and the nervous system, and others. Contemporary studies on the pharmacological activity of A. procumbens revealed that it exhibits a wide range of pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, antidepressant, sedative-hypnotic, antibacterial, as well as chemopreventive and antihypertensive properties. Despite many proven medicinal properties, the species does not have a developed phytochemical profile and its chemical composition is very poorly understood. The species is known to contain tannins, flavonoids and phenolics. Only the content of fatty acids is recognised in detail. The species is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids – stearidonic acid (SDA), α-linolenic acid (ALA), and omega-6 fatty acid – γ-linolenic acid (GLA). This article, based on the available literature, highlights the traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of A. procumbens, which may provide a foundation for further pharmacological study as well as clinical application of the species. Keywords: Asperugo procumbens, German madwort, Boraginaceae, traditional uses

scholarly journals A Review of the Phytochemistry, Traditional Uses, and Biological Activities of the Genus Ballota and Otostegia

Planta Medica ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 85 (11/12) ◽  
pp. 869-910
Author(s):  
Sergio Rosselli ◽  
Gianfranco Fontana ◽  
Maurizio Bruno
Keyword(s):  
Middle East ◽  
Traditional Medicine ◽  
North Africa ◽  
Biological Activities ◽  
Mediterranean Area ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Traditional Uses ◽  
Chemical Profiles ◽  
Ancient Times ◽  
The Mediterranean

AbstractThe 2 genera Ballota and Otostegia, belonging to the Lamiaceae family, are closely related taxonomically and found mainly in the Mediterranean area, Middle East, and North Africa. Since ancient times, they have been largely employed in traditional medicine for their biological properties such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, insecticidal, anti-malaria, etc. Phytochemical investigations of Ballota and Otostegia species have revealed that diterpenoids are the main constituents of the genera. A large number of flavonoids and other metabolites were also identified. This review, covering literature from 1911 up to 2018, includes traditional uses, chemical profiles (both of volatile and nonvolatile metabolites), and biological properties of all the taxa of these 2 genera studied to date.

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