Sreejith , P S and Praseeja , R J and V V, Asha (2012) A review on the pharmacology and phytochemistry of traditional medicinal plant, Glycosmis pentaphylla (Retz.) Correa. Journal of Pharmacy Research , 5 (5). -2723-2728. ISSN 0974-6943

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Abstract

Glycosmis pentaphylla (Retz.) Correa belongs to Rutaceae family. It is commonly known as Orange berry (English). G. pentaphylla has a long history of usage in traditional medicine against various ailments around the world. In Ayurvedic and other traditional medicinal practices the plant has been used against diseases like bilious complaints, cough, worms, jaundice, fever, inflammation, rheumatism, anaemia and vermifuge. Phytochemicals like alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenes and sterols have been isolated. Important pharmacological activities such as hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour, antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-viral, anti-ulcer, chemo protective and antiseptic properties were shown by researchers. This review presents a detailed survey of the literature on various traditional uses, phytochemicals and pharmacological properties of G. pentaphylla

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Glycosmis pentaphylla , traditional uses, phytochemicals, pharmacological activities
Subjects:	Plant Disease Biology
Depositing User:	Central Library RGCB
Date Deposited:	14 Feb 2017 05:57
Last Modified:	14 Feb 2017 05:57
URI:	http://rgcb.sciencecentral.in/id/eprint/232

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