scholarly journals Pharmacognosy and medicinal value of some exotic fruits and vegetables consumed in India

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 39-52
Author(s):  
Harsh Pant ◽  
Vijaya Lobo ◽  
Anagha Santhosh ◽  
Shashank Verma
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Pharmaceutical Properties ◽  
Exotic Fruits

Plants have always been a vital source of medicines and other essential products that have been a part of human life ever since time immemorial. Pharmacognosy and its associated aspects have been going through constant evolution and investigation with every generation revealing different and new pharmaceutical properties of plants and their products. The horticulture sector of India has witnessed a great demand of exotic fruits and vegetables in the last decade. These are either imported or artificially introduced in an exotic and non-indigenous habitat. A large number of these exotic plants which are consumed as fruits and vegetables possess a variety of bioactive phytochemical compounds. These bioactive compounds impart them some really important medicinal and pharmacological properties such as anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, hepatoprotective, anticarcinogenic, antiulcerogenic, analgesics etc. This review article is an attempt to briefly address such exotic fruits and vegetables, the bioactive compounds associated with them and their medicinal properties useful to mankind.

scholarly journals Phytochemicals and GC–MS analysis of bioactive compounds present in ethanolic leaves extract of Taraxacum officinale (L).

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 90-94
Author(s):  
P Sasikala ◽  
S Ganesan ◽  
T Jayaseelan ◽  
S Azhagumadhavan ◽  
M Padma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Fine Powder ◽  
Ethanol Extract ◽  
Taraxacum Officinale ◽  
Phytochemical Analysis ◽  
Ms Analysis ◽  
Biological Compounds ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Phytochemical Constituents

Objective: To identify the phytochemical constituents present in ethanolic leaves extract of Taraxacum officinale (T. o) and to elucidate the bioactive compounds. Methods: The fresh leaves of T. officinale (1000g) were shade dried at room temperature for 30 days and the dried leaves were made into a fine powder. The ethanolic leaves extract obtained was dried with help of desiccator and rotatory evaporator. The dried samples tested for phytochemical analysis and bioactive compounds profiling through GC-MS analysis. Results: The phytochemical screening studies showed presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, phenol, cardiac glycosides and anthraquinones. in the leaves extract of T. officinale. GC-MS analysis showed 10 essential bioactive compounds and it revealed the presence of significant anticancer, Antimicrobial  and antidiabetic compounds. Conclusions: The ethanol extract of T. o possess the most important phytochemical compounds and it has various  medicinal  properties to cure dangerous diseases and disorders. Keywords: Taraxacum officinale, Phytochemicals analysis, GC–MS analysis, Biological compounds.

scholarly journals Vernonia amygdalina: An Underutilized Vegetable with Nutraceutical Potentials – A Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 763 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oseni Kadiri ◽  
Babatunde Olawoye
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Bioactive Components ◽  
Vernonia Amygdalina ◽  
Nutritional Properties ◽  
Medical Practitioners ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Google Search

In recent years, studies have been focus not only on the nutritional properties of Vernonia amygdalina, but its pharmacological, medicinal and antioxidant values. The antioxidant, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, haematological, antiplasmodial, antimicrobial, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, pharmacological and medicinal value of Vernonia amygdalina is no longer in doubt and is comprehensively documented in this study. Some studies attribute its medicinal properties to its phytochemical compounds while other studies link its health benefits to its bioactive components. It is expected that this review will be useful to researchers, agriculturists and herbal medical practitioners and improve interest in the study and utilization of this plant in other part of the globe where it is not presently cultivated or utilize. Relevant information was obtained from online resources such as Google Search, Google Scholar, PubMed and Medline. Only literature highlighting the nutritional, medicinal, pharmacological, and antioxidant activities of the plant were selected for this review.

scholarly journals Ethnobotanical, phytochemical and pharmacological profile of Trichosanthes tricuspidata: An updated review

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 102-107
Author(s):  
Ajay Kumar Meena ◽  
P Rekha ◽  
T Satheesh Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Pharmacological Activity ◽  
Chemical Constituents ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Plant Distribution ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Therapeutic Uses ◽  
Botanical Description ◽  
Medicinal Properties

Herbal medicines, the backbone of traditional medicine in many countries have played an important role in curing the various diseases of humans and animals since ancient time. Medicinal plants are great source of bioactive compounds that have potential beneficial effects in human life. Electronic databases including PubMed, Google Scholar, books and other sources were searched using subject specific key words that were matched by Trichosanthes tricuspidata medicinal plant related useful information on botanical description, plant distribution, ethanobotanical & therapeutic uses, chemical constituents and pharmacological activity etc. Trichosanthes tricuspidata have many medicinal properties like antioxidant, anticancer, antibacterial, antifungal, Larvicidal activity, Anticonvulsant activity, Gastro protective activity and other activities. The Bioactive compounds of Trichosanthes tricuspidata responsible for its various medicinal properties and their effects at the molecular level need to be investigated in more detail. The present review summarizes the Ethnobotanical & therapeutic uses, chemical constituents and pharmacological activity information of Trichosanthes tricuspidata. The pharmacological properties of bioactive compounds in Trichosanthes tricuspidata are required to confirm the ethno medicinal or traditional claims of Trichosanthes tricuspidata for pharmaceutical therapeutic applications.

scholarly journals AEGLE MARMELOS (BAEL PATRA): AN AYURVEDIC PLANT WITH ETHNOMEDICINAL VALUE

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 147-156
Author(s):  
Shailja Choudhary ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary ◽  
Hemlata Kaurav
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Healing Ulcer ◽  
Aegle Marmelos ◽  
Unripe Fruit ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Hindu Temples ◽  
Ethnomedicinal Uses

Aegle marmelos is considered as the most sacred or holy plant which is grown by the sides of Hindu temples. This plant is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is also believed that Lord Shiva resides under the Bael tree. Besides this, the plant is associated with a great medicinal value whose medicinal description is also mentioned in the ancient treatise like Vedas, Puranas, Charaka Samhita and Brihat Samhita and has also been portrayed in the paintings of Ajanta caves. Every part of the Bael plant is used to treat various diseases. In Ayurveda, the plant is used in Panchang form to treat diarrhea, dysentery and ulcer. In folklore, the plant parts are used to treat diabetes, skin diseases and typhoid, wound healing, ulcer, stomachache, jaundice, high BP, malaria, cancer and other diseases. The fruit of the plant is edible and carries great medicinal value because of the presence of vitamins, minerals and various antioxidants. The pulp of the fruit is aromatic, sweet, pale orange and resinous. The unripe fruit pulp of the plant is used to prepare murabba, pudding and juice. The plant is associated with ethnomedicinal uses and possesses various therapeutic and pharmacological properties including antioxidant, anti-diabetic, antihistamine, radio protective, antiulcer, anticancer, cardio-protective, antidiarrheal, antibacterial, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory and antiviral. In this review article, attempts have been made to summarize the phytochemistry, ethnomedicinal, Ayurvedic and pharmacological view of the Bael plant.

scholarly journals MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY IN Durio zibethinus

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 82-89
Author(s):  
Sarah Yew Yen Yee
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Total Polyphenols ◽  
Tropical Fruit ◽  
Cardiac Health ◽  
Durio Zibethinus ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Pharmaceutical Industries ◽  
Medicinal Properties

Durio zibethinus, commonly known as Durian, is an exotic Southeast Asian tropical fruit. More than the pungent aroma the fruit is well-known for, it is said to be beneficial to health as it contains many antioxidants and bioactive compounds that have different potentials for positive impacts on health. However, there is scant existing literature which gives an overview on the amounts of bioactive compounds in several varieties of durian in Southeast Asia, and the relevant health benefits. This review article therefore seeks to consolidate the literature which have identified bioactive compounds and investigated antioxidant activities in durian cultivars from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and China, and studies that have given insight on potential medicinal properties of durians. A literature review was conducted using databases Scopus and ScienceDirect and a total of 30 articles were reviewed. Total polyphenols and flavonoids were highest in the Mon Thong cultivar compared to other Thailand varieties, and ripe or overripe durians were found to contain the highest amounts of polyphenols and flavonoids. Durians were also found to contain medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic potential, and protective effects on cardiac health. Further research on these bioactive compounds in the nutritious fruit with potential medicinal properties can contribute to the medicinal value of durians, as well as benefit the pharmaceutical industries.

Mentha arvensis (Pudina): A Review Based upon its Medicinal Properties

2021 ◽  
pp. 143-148
Author(s):  
Shifali Thakur ◽  
Bhawna Walia ◽  
Gitika Chaudhary
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
General Description ◽  
Mentha Arvensis ◽  
Pharmacological Activities ◽  
Medicinal Uses ◽  
Traditional System ◽  
Phytochemical Compounds ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Flavoring Agent

Since the origin in life, plants have remained the primary source of food, shelter and various remedial approaches. Plants are being in use for treating various kind of diseases across the world. Mentha arvensis linn. is a medicinal plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is utilized as a household remedy, food seasoner and for many other industrial purposes. Mentha arvensis is traditionally used in patients with hypertension and ischemic heart disease. The plant species are well recognized for their folk medicinal uses, especially to treat cold, fever, digestive and cardiovascular disorders. The leaves of Mentha arvensis are recorded to possess potent therapeutic values. Leaves of plant also possess aromatic fragrance and are utilized as a flavoring agent. The leaves are utilized for the treatment of liver disease, spleen, asthma and jaundice. Various bioactive compounds isolated from this plant are terpenoids, alcohols, rosmarinic acids and phenolics. These bioactive compounds have many pharmacological properties such as antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, antioxidant, antiulcer, immunomodulatory, antifertility and anti-tumor. These pharmacological activities of the Mentha arvensis plant are also mentioned in the literature of ayurveda, unani and other traditional system of medicine. The present review is summarizing the general description, phytochemical compounds, traditional view, modern view and pharmacological activities of the Mentha arvensis plant.

scholarly journals PHYTOCHEMICAL STUDY TO VALIDATE THE ETHNOBOTANICAL IMPORTANCE OF Dioscorea steriscus TUBERS OBTAINED FROM ZIMBABWE

STED JOURNAL ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Masimba Tapera ◽  
Ruth Wanjau ◽  
Pamhidzai Dzomba ◽  
Alex K. Machocho ◽  
Jane Mburu
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Phytochemical Study ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Highperformance Liquid Chromatography ◽  
Dioscorea Species ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Uv Visible ◽  
Phytochemical Profile ◽  
Tuber Extract

Modern people have embraced plants as a source of useful bioactive compounds. As such, plants with medicinal properties have become essential components in human life. The purpose of this study was to investigate the phytochemical profile of the extract of Dioscorea steriscus tubers obtained from Zimbabwe. Phytochemicals were extracted from tubers of D. steriscus using aqueous acetone. UV-Visible Spectrophotometry, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometry and highperformance liquid chromatography (HPLC) techniques were used to determine the phytochemical profile of the tuber extract. The yield of phytochemicals extracted from D. steriscus tubers was found to be 6.38 %. The presence of bioactive compounds possessing phenyl, organic hydroxyl, amine, carboxyl, carbonyl, acyl, alkyl and aromatic functional groups was confirmed using UVVisible and FTIR analysis. The presence of substantial amounts of vanillic acid and kaempferol in D. steriscus tubers was confirmed using HPLC analysis. In support of the ethnobotanical values of Dioscorea species, the study confirmed the presence of potent phytochemicals in the extract of D. steriscus tubers obtained from Zimbabwe.

scholarly journals Acalypha indica L. - an Important Medicinal Plant: A Brief Review of Its Pharmacological Properties and Restorative Potential

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Sudhakar Chekuri ◽  
Lali Lingfa ◽  
Shivaprasad Panjala ◽  
K. C. Sai Bindu ◽  
Roja Rani Anupalli
Keyword(s):  
Medicinal Plant ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Synthetic Chemicals ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
Therapeutic Uses ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Anti Oxidant ◽  
Medicinal Properties ◽  
Important Medicinal Plant ◽  
Acalypha Indica

Medicinal plants are moving from border to mainstream use with a more number of people seeking treatment and health approaches free from side effects caused by synthetic chemicals. India officially recognizes over 3500 plants for their medicinal value. It is generally estimated that over 6000 plants in India are in use in folk, traditional and herbal medicine. This review article aims to provide a comprehensive review on the phytochemical and various pharmacological aspects of Acalypha indica. This plant widely used in traditional medicinal system of India and many other countries has been reported to possess anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, antifungal hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and also used to check anti-ulcers and wounds healing. It is known as a rich source of glycosides, flavanoids and tannins. The medicinal properties and therapeutic uses of Acalypha indica and its secondary metabolites investigations prove its importance as a valuable medicinal plant.

scholarly journals Medicinal Functions of Physalis Fruits for Biomedical Applications

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdel-Fattah WI ◽  
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El-Bassyouni GT ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Medicinal Plants ◽  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Biologically Active ◽  
Primary And Secondary Metabolites ◽  
Physalis Peruviana ◽  
Medicinal Value ◽  
The Family ◽  
Medicinal Properties

Drug innovation using natural products is an interesting mission for planning new leads. It describes the bioactive compounds resulting from natural resources, characterization and pharmacological examination. It emphases on the triumph of these resources in the process of finding and realizing new and effective drug compounds that can be beneficial for human resources. For medicinal devotions and for the progress of pharmaceutical substances, medicinal plants were used such as Physalis angulata L which is a medicinal plant used for numerous therapies including wound healing [1]. Physalis peruviana (golden berry) is an herbaceous annual plants belongs to the family Solanaceae [2]. This plant has a tremendous medicinal value for curing out different diseases: cancer, leukemia, diabetes, ulcers, malaria, asthma, hepatitis, dermatitis, rheumatism and several other diseases [3]. The golden berry fruit tastes like a sweet tomato and includes high levels of vitamin C, vitamin A and the vitamin B-complex. The fruit was demonstrated to have both antiinflammatory and antioxidant properties [4,5]. Herbal specialists and local people of several countries have used many extracts of medicinal plants to achieve and treat various diseases comprising wound healing [6]. Physalis with its notable benefits related to high nutrients and bioactive compounds with extraordinary antioxidant activity and other several medicinal properties have been ascribed to these compounds [7,8]. The bioactive compounds are formed as primary and secondary metabolites of the fruits. These compounds are biologically active with cytotoxic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, fungicidal, insecticidal, tranquilizing, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and contraceptive actions, among others. Such compounds are used for several dedications, such as in medical therapy, to cure diseases, in the cosmetics, and in the food industry as antioxidants or flavorings [9] (Figure 1).

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