A BRIEF REVIEW ON BARLERIA CRISTATA
AbstractBarleria cristata, a member of the Acanthaceae family, is a widely distributed perennial shrub indigenous to India. Renowned for its significance in Ayurvedic medicine, this plant is used for its diverse biological and pharmacological properties. The genus Barleria is commonly utilized to treat various ailments such as boils, bee and snake bites, asthma, leprosy, cough, jaundice, and toothaches. Phytochemical screenings of different extracts have identified the presence of alkaloids, carbohydrates, glycosides, phytosterols, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, terpenoids, anthraquinones, and saponins. This review aims to provide a comprehensive scientific overview of Barleria cristata, focusing on its geographical and botanical characteristics and pharmacological activities. The ethnomedicinal applications of this plant include treatments for respiratory diseases like asthma, cough, bronchitis, and tuberculosis. Additionally, Barleria cristata has been noted for its ornamental value due to its vibrant flowers. It also plays a role in soil stabilization and erosion control. Pharmacological studies have demonstrated Barleria cristata’s anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, wound-healing, and hepatoprotective properties.
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J. N. Bhoomika * and L. Shiju
Department of Pharmacognosy, Bharathi college of Pharmacy, Bharathinagara, Mandya, Karnataka, India.
bhoomikajn30@gmail.com
14 August 2024
17 September 2024
27 September 2024
10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.11(9).452-56
30 September 2024