Abstract
The present review aimed to compile up to date and comprehensive information of Plumbago zeylanica with special emphasis on its phytochemistry, various scientifically documented pharmacological activities, traditional and folk medicine uses. Traditional system of medicinal consists of large number of plants with various medicinal and pharmacological uses and hence represents a priceless tank of new bioactive molecules. P. zeylanica is one amongst these, found all over the world. In this review, we have attempted to highlight the work carried out on P. zeylanica. It is commonly known as ‘Chitraka’, and has been recognized in different traditional system of medicines for the treatment of various diseases of human beings in the form of paste and powder. Plant mainly contains naphthoquinones and steroidal compounds. Different parts of this plant are traditionally claimed to be used for the treatment of ailments including anti-fungal, anti-tumor, disease of heart, rheumatic pains, liver diseases, fever, diabetes, and kidney disease to list of few. Key words: Plumbago zeylanica, phytochemistry, pharmacological activities.
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