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69 articles for “Medicinal plant bioactives”
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A Review on Phytochemical and Pharmacological Properties of Anacyclus Pyrethrum (Akarkara)
Abstract: The wild species Anacyclus pyrethrum, or A. pyrethrum, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is commonly known as Akarkara. It originated in Spain, Morocco, and Algeria, and has since spread to Sri Lanka, India, Ukraine, Germany, Myanmar, France, and Poland. It is the benefits of bioactive compounds of plant found the chemical makeup, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects of hydroalcoholic extracts of A. pyrethrum’s roots, seeds, leaves, and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 102–110 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Mentha arvensis Species
Abstract: Mentha arvensis L., often referred to as field mint or wild mint, is a fragrant medicinal herb in the Lamiaceae family and is extensively found in temperate and subtropical areas. The plant is appreciated for its essential oil, notably high in menthol, which adds to its unique scent and extensive medicinal possibilities. Historically, M. arvensis has been utilized in several medical systems for addressing digestive issues, respiratory problems, headaches, and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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An Overview of Berberis lycium Royle's Medicinal Significance
Abstract: Natural medication substances are acknowledged as essential and playing important roles in the current medical system because their therapeutic effects are dependent upon the availability of these bioactive molecules. Natural medicines are extremely helpful since they provide necessary bioactive compounds that are less harmful but nonetheless more potent because of their ability to prevent disease. In 1837, John Forbes Royle wrote the first description of the B. lycium plant. The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 61–71 Read article
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Valeriana Jatamansi in Ailment of Various Diseases: A Review
Abstract: V. wallichii, often known as Valeriana jatamansi, is a significant medicinal herb. The word ‘Valerian’, which is derived from the word ‘Velo’ means ‘strong drug’, was originally used by an Indian doctor in the ninth century. This review focus on their geographical characterization, botanical characterization, traditional uses, and their mechanism of action on various bioactivity. This review discusses the major bioactive constituents and their 2D and 3D structures. V. jatamansi …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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A Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacology of Macaranga peltata
Abstract: Macaranga peltata, categorized within the Euphorbiaceae family, represents a prevalent pioneer arboreal species across Southeast Asia, specifically in regions such as India and Sri Lanka. This review scrutinizes the phytochemical properties and pharmacological profiles of Macaranga peltata, underscoring both its historical medicinal applications and prospective therapeutic roles. The plant exhibits a rich composition of secondary metabolites, encompassing flavonoids, stilbenes, tannins, and terpenes, with the majority of these compounds being extracted …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 50–59 Read article
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Solanum viarum Dunal: Ethnomedicinal Importance, Phytochemical Profile and Pharmacological Potential — A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Solanum viarum Dunal, commonly known as tropical soda apple or Sodom apple, is a medicinally important plant belonging to the family Solanaceae. The plant has been widely utilized in traditional medicine systems for the treatment of fever, cough, skin disorders, inflammation, gastrointestinal ailments, and microbial infections. The present review comprehensively summarizes the ethnomedicinal importance, phytochemical profile, pharmacological activities, and pharmaceutical significance of S. viarum. Literature reports indicate that the plant …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Therapeutic Potential of Terminalia arjuna Bark in the Management of Hemorrhoids: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Background: Hemorrhoids appear frequently among anorectal disorders since they create vascular swelling together with pain symptoms, while leading to bleeding and mucosal tissue tending to slide out. Though effective therapy exists, traditional treatments produce various adverse effects and lead to recurrence and inconsistent patient following of medical recommendations over the long term. Plantbased therapeutic medicines have gained rising demand, which leads experts to investigate medicinal plants with established pharmacological effects. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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A Review Article on Oroxylum indicum: A Versatile Medicinal Tree
Abstract: Oroxylum indicum, commonly known as the Indian trumpet tree or Shyonaka, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Bignoniaceae family. It is widely used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda for treating various ailments including neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular conditions, arthritis, hepatitis, malignancies, diarrhea, fever, and jaundice. The plant's therapeutic properties are primarily attributed to its rich content of bioactive flavonoids, which exhibit notable anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects. Found …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Pharmacological evaluation of Hepatoprotective activity of Indian medicinal plants Cordia Myxa and Canscora diffusa on wistar albino rats
Abstract: Two plants (Cordia myxa and Canscora diffusa), which were claimed to possess hepatoprotective activity, were selected. The Selected plants were authenticated by an expert botanist. In the current study, herbal extraction involving solvents of decreasing polarity (petroleum ether, ethyl acetate, and hydroalcoholic) was used to extract bioactive compounds from the plants of Cordia Myxa and Canscora diffusa in polyherbal preparations. A phytochemical evaluation was performed, including an acute toxicity study …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 31–44 Read article
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Exploring the Bioactive Potential of Himalayan Lichens: Phytochemical and Antimicrobial Profiling of Xanthoparmelia tinctina and Pyxine subcinerea Extracts
Abstract: The symbiotic association that develops between cyanobacteria, algae, and fungi results in the composite organism known as lichens, which has traits similar to those of plants but differs in its separate parent organisms. Lichens can have a variety of morphological characteristics, including foliose structures that resemble flat leaves, crustose structures that resemble flake crystals, fruticose branches that have short, leafless branches, and leprose-powder-like appearances. Due to their therapeutic potential, lichens …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Nature’s Pharmacy: Plant-Based Antifungal Agents and Their Therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Antifungal resistance has increased dramatically over the last 10 years, causing serious problems for healthcare because of higher morbidity and death. The urgent need for new treatments is highlighted by the scarcity of effective antifungal medications, their toxicity, and the rise of resistant strains. Since many plants have bioactive secondary metabolites with strong antifungal qualities, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, phenolics, and saponins, ethnobotanical sources offer a viable path. Plants with …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and Biological Activity of Pomegranate Extracts
Abstract: Pomegranates are renowned for their abundance of bioactive compounds that exhibit potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, making them a subject of growing interest in natural medicine. This study aimed to compare the biological activities of ethanolic extracts derived from different parts of the pomegranate plant—specifically, the bark, peel, and leaves. A comprehensive investigation was conducted to evaluate their phytochemical composition and assess their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. The …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 64–79 Read article
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Recent Advancements in Nanobiocomposite-Based Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration
Abstract: Haemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, remodeling, and other highly coordinated cellular and molecular activities are all part of the complex biological processes of wound healing and tissue regeneration. Following an injury, these stages cooperate to restore tissue integrity and function. However, this normal process is disturbed in many clinical circumstances, especially chronic wounds such diabetic ulcers, burns, and pressure sores. Prolonged inflammation, chronic microbial infection, diminished angiogenesis, and impaired extracellular matrix production …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 297–318 Read article
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A Narrative Review on an Insight of Herbal Origin Drugs and Their Traditional Medicine Formulations for the Treatment of Nephrolithiasis
Abstract: Ethnopharmacological relevance. There is no satisfactory treatment at present to cure or prevent kidney stone recurrences using predictable medicines. There are several marketed formulations in Ayurveda, Unani and Homeopathic Traditional Medicines (TM) have potential lithotriptic effects and clinical applications. In India, prevalence rates of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for the treatment of nephrolithiasis are being estimated at 63.9%. Aim of the review This review article intended to scientifically documented …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–30 Read article
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Phytochemical and Nutritional Aspects of Wild Edible Plants from Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh: A Review
Abstract: The Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh, a region known for its rich biodiversity, is home to a wide variety of wild edible plants (WEPs) that have long been integral to the diet and health practices of local tribal communities. These plants have been prized for generations not just for their culinary applications but also for their important nutritional and therapeutic qualities. The current study delves into the phytochemical and nutritional …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Phytoconstituents of Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (Caesalpiniaceae): A Review
Abstract: Ticanto crista (L.) R. Clark & Gagnon (= Caesalpinia crista L.), a member of the Leguminosae family, is a medicinally important plant traditionally used in various systems of medicine, including Ayurveda, for treating a wide range of ailments. It has attracted increasing scientific interest due to its rich phytochemical profile and therapeutic potential. This review serves as a comprehensive index of the chemical structures of common and medicinal compounds isolated …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 38–59 Read article
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In Silico Prediction of Multitarget Mechanism of Quinoline and Its Analogs on Phosphoinositide-3-Kinase Pathway Proteins
Abstract: Objective: Phosphoinositide 3-kinases (PI3Ks), the target of rapamycin (PI3K/Akt/mTOR, PAM), are a family of enzymes that play a role in the growth, proliferation, differentiation, motility, survival, and intracellular trafficking of cells, all of which are essential for healthy cellular function and are also connected to cancer. In this study, quinoline and its derivatives were employed to analyze its inhibition activity on the phosphoinositide-3-kinase pathway. Methods: In this work, eight phytocompounds …
Published in International Journal of Molecular Biotechnological Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 57–76 Read article
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Role of Centella asiatica in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive neurological illness that causes cognitive decline and memory loss and affects millions of people worldwide. As synthetic medications often prove ineffective or cause severe side effects, natural remedies are gaining attention. This review explores the potential of Centella asiatica, a herb traditionally used in oriental medicine, in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Triterpenoids, asiaticoside, and madecassoside are among the bioactive substances found in Centella …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Review of Brief Study on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis
Abstract: Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, commonly called Parijat or Night-Flowering Jasmine, is a medicinal shrub with significant therapeutic value. This article provides a detailed examination of the plant’s pharmacological effects, traditional applications, phytochemical composition, and botanical features, along with its potential for therapeutic use. Known for its longstanding role in Ayurvedic and other traditional medical practices, Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has been traditionally used to treat a wide range of ailments, with recent studies confirming …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Extraction and Compound Analysis of Bauhinia acuminata: Soxhlet Method and Identification
Abstract: In the present study, the extraction and compound analysis of Bauhinia acuminata using the Soxhlet method, coupled with identification techniques, were conducted. Bauhinia acuminata L., a member of the Leguminosae (Fabaceae) family in the Caesalpinioideae subfamily, is a shrub usually reaching a height of around 3 m. It is native to tropical Southeast Asia and commonly found in the tropical regions of India and China. Primarily grown for ornamental purposes, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–23 Read article