Taxonomy, phytochemistry, pharmacology and traditional uses of Flueggea virosa (Roxb. ex Willd.) Royle: A Review
Journal Title: International Journal of Life Science - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Flueggea virosa (Roxb. ex Willd.) Royle. of family Euphorbiaceae is commonly grown medicinal plant. The plant contains large number of phytochemicals such as alkaloids, triterpenoids, resins, steroids, cardiac glycosides, bergenin, menisdaurin and anthraquinones. The study revealed the plant to be a potential source of nutrition, mineral and drugs. This review aims to provide an up to date overview of the phytochemistry, pharmacological data as well as traditional uses of the plant in view of discussing its medicinal value and potential application in complementary and alternative medicine.
Authors and Affiliations
Renu Renu, Satya Narain, Archana Rawat, Jaswinder Kaur, Santosh Kumar, Nahid Fatima
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