Paper Key : IRJ************038
Author: Pravin Kekare,Rashmi Bagul ,Kaustubh Pagare ,Kaustubh Pagare
Date Published: 03 Dec 2024
Abstract
Kalanchoe pinnata, commonly known as the "Miracle Leaf" or "Air Plant," is a succulent plant from the Crassulaceae family, native to Madagascar and widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. This plant has garnered significant attention due to its diverse medicinal properties, which have been utilized in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda, Unani, and African folk medicine. Kalanchoe pinnata is renowned for its therapeutic applications in treating a variety of ailments, including kidney stones, gastric ulcers, respiratory disorders, inflammatory diseases, and wound healing. Scientific studies have validated these traditional uses, highlighting the plant's rich phytochemical profile, which includes flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and bufadienolides. These compounds contribute to its pharmacological activities, such as anti- inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, nephroprotective, hepatoprotective, and antimicrobial effects. The plant has also demonstrated promising potential for use in drug development and integrative medicine. Despite its promising therapeutic benefits, challenges related to formulation stability, potential allergies, and regulatory concerns remain. This review discusses the therapeutic potential, pharmacological properties, and applications of Kalanchoe pinnata, with a particular focus on its use in cream formulations for skin care. The plants bioactive compounds and their therapeutic mechanisms offer a natural, effective, and multi-faceted solution for various medical and cosmetic applications.
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