Paper Key : IRJ************459
Author: Kaustubh Suresh Pagare,Asst. Prof. Priyanka Chavanke
Date Published: 01 Dec 2024
Abstract
India has a rich tradition of plant-based knowledge in healthcare, with numerous herbal medicines widely used across the country. Many of these have been extensively studied, providing insights into their therapeutic benefits. One such plant is Lantana camara, an evergreen species found throughout India. Traditionally, it has been used in treating various ailments, with its effectiveness supported by scientific data. Lantana camara is considered both a problematic weed and a valuable cosmetic plant, and it has been recognized as a source of medicinal compounds since ancient times. Various parts of the plantleaves, flowers, roots, and stemscontain a range of phytochemicals, contributing to its medicinal properties. Studies on its phytoconstituents have shown it to be useful in the treatment of ailments like colds, headaches, asthma, chickenpox, eye injuries, and hypertension.Additionally, Lantana camara has demonstrated multiple therapeutic activities, including antibacterial, antioxidant, antipyretic, and antimicrobial effects. Its pharmacological potential is continuously explored in research, highlighting its role in both traditional and modern medicine. Despite being classified as a weed, Lantana camara remains a significant plant in Indias herbal medicine, showing potential for further medicinal applications.
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