Ganoderma lucidum,one of the most well-known edible fungi,is believed to be very beneficial for longevity and vitality.A long usage history suggests that G.lucidum has various clinical therapeutic effects.And experime...Ganoderma lucidum,one of the most well-known edible fungi,is believed to be very beneficial for longevity and vitality.A long usage history suggests that G.lucidum has various clinical therapeutic effects.And experimental studies have confirmed that G.lucidum has multiple pharmacological effects,including antitumor,anti-microbial,anti-HIV protease,and antidiabetic activity and so on.With the deepening of research,more than 300 compounds have been isolated from G.lucidum.There is an increasing population of G.lucidum-based products,and its international development is expanding.Currently,G.lucidum has drawn much attention to its chemical composition,therapeutic effect,clinical value,and safety.This paper provides a comprehensive review of these aspects to enhance the global promotion of G.lucidum.展开更多
Phyllanthus emblica or Indian gooseberry is an integrated part of Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicines.For several decades,the well-known ancient herb has been extensively utilized in traditional medicine to cu...Phyllanthus emblica or Indian gooseberry is an integrated part of Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicines.For several decades,the well-known ancient herb has been extensively utilized in traditional medicine to cure diseases like fever,diabetes,constipation,jaundice,ulcers,biliousness,anemia,anorexia,and dyspepsia.In the traditional system,Indian gooseberry has various ethnomedicinal applications.In the Ayurvedic system,different methods of administration(anupan)have shown different ethnomedicinal properties of Indian gooseberry.Seventy well-known chemical components in Indian gooseberry have been identified through phytochemical evaluation,among which the flavonoids and phenols are most prominent.From the toxicity perspective,it is considered a safe herb in India,and is taken as a food supplement in European countries.The wide-spectrum pharmacological activities of the crude extracts and isolates of Indian gooseberry are attributed to the predominance of phenols and flavonoids.Thus,it is important to study the exact mechanism of the activity of the phytochemicals in Indian gooseberry,especially in anti-cancer activities.Extract of Indian gooseberry enhances proliferation in several cancer cells in vitro,including stem cells like ovarian cancer(OC)cells,and also has been observed to possess anti-proliferative characteristics in vivo.This review intends to explore the therapeutic potential of Indian gooseberry based on scientific reports and attempts to find the gaps for future research.展开更多
Corydalis bungeana Turcz.(CB)is a medicinal herb with significant medicinal value in traditional Chinese medicine.This paper reviews the progress of research on CB’s botany,quality control,phytochemistry,pharmacology...Corydalis bungeana Turcz.(CB)is a medicinal herb with significant medicinal value in traditional Chinese medicine.This paper reviews the progress of research on CB’s botany,quality control,phytochemistry,pharmacology and toxicity.The plant’s information was gathered from scientific databases such as PubMed,GeenMedical,Springer Link(https://link.springer.com),Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure,Pharmacopoeia and Flora.Currently,137 phytochemicals have been identified and isolated from CB,including alkaloids,flavonoids,amino acids,terpenoids,coumarins and organic acids.In addition,many phytochemicals reported various antiinflammatory,antibacterial,antiviral,antitumor,analgesic,hepatoprotective,immunomodulatory,neuromodulatory,and lipid reduction activities.However,the study of its toxicity is still at the preliminary exploration stage and needs further intensive exploration.Herein,we provide an in-depth investigation of the progress of CB to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of activity of CB extracts and its major components,deliver valuable resources and information for further research and rational drug use,and explore the potential research directions and prospects of CB.展开更多
Objectives:To gather updated information on the traditional uses,phytochemistry,and pharmacological activities of Valeriana jatamansi Jones.Background:V.jatamansi is indigenous to the Himalayas immensely used as tradi...Objectives:To gather updated information on the traditional uses,phytochemistry,and pharmacological activities of Valeriana jatamansi Jones.Background:V.jatamansi is indigenous to the Himalayas immensely used as traditional folk remedy.It contains a variety of secondary metabolites that give it a high medicinal and therapeutic values.For the purpose of collecting relevant information on V.jatamansi,a comprehensive literature search was conducted.Based on ethnobotanical sources and historical records,traditional uses were compiled.Scientific articles and databases were consulted for phytochemical data.In order to assess the plant’s therapeutic properties,pharmacological studies were reviewed.Summary:The botanical is known for its ethnobotanical uses ranging from sedative and anxiolytic effects to treating insomnia,epilepsy,and gastrointestinal disorders.Indigenous healing practices rely heavily on its traditional uses.Based on the phytochemical analysis,it contains a diverse array of bioactive compounds,including sesquiterpenoids and iridoids.Valerenic acid and jatamansinol,among other compounds,contribute to its therapeutic potential.A broad spectrum of pharmacological activities is found including anxiety-relieving,sedative,anti-inflammatory,neuroprotective,and antimicrobial effects.Outlook:Based on the evidence supporting ethnomedicinal uses of V.jatamansi,its immense biopotential and multiple pharmacological roles,standard clinical trials are required to evaluate its therapeutic potential.展开更多
The present review is intended to provide information on botany,ethnomedicinal uses,phytochemistry and biological activities of various parts of Euphorbia neriifolia(E. neriifolia). E. neriifolia has several ethnomedi...The present review is intended to provide information on botany,ethnomedicinal uses,phytochemistry and biological activities of various parts of Euphorbia neriifolia(E. neriifolia). E. neriifolia has several ethnomedicinal uses. The latex of E. neriifolia is used as laxative,purgative,rubefacient,carminative and expectorant as well as in treatment of whooping cough,gonorrhea,leprosy,asthma,dyspepsia,jaundice,enlargement of the spleen,tumors,stone in the bladder,abdominal troubles and leucoderma. Leaves are brittle,heating,carminative,and good for improving the appetite and treatment of tumors,pains,inflammations,abdominal swellings and bronchial infections. Roots are used as symptomatic treatment of snake bite,scorpion sting and antispasmodic. Various plant parts or whole E. neriifolia extract and its isolates have been reported scientifically using various in-vivo and in-vitro experimental methods for anaesthetic,analgesic,anti-anxiety,anti-convulsant,anti-psychotic,anti-arthritis,anti-carcinogenic,antidiabetic,anti-diarrhoeal,anti-inflammatory,anti-thrombotic,antimicrobial,antioxidant,antiulcer,cytotoxic,death-receptor expression enhancing,dermal irritation,diuretic,hemolytic,immunomodulatory,radioprotective,scorpion venom and wound healing properties. It is reported to have chemical constituents like,neriifolin-S,neriifolin,neriifoliene,euphol,neriifolione,cycloartenol,nerifoliol,lectin,euphonerins A–G,3-O-acetyl-8-O-tigloylingol,taraxerol,antiquorin,etc. Identified chemical constituents are still required to be explored for their advanced isolation techniques and biological activities.展开更多
Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge,known as red sage or Danshen,is commonly applied in Chinese herbal therapeutics for various biological effects.In 25-220 C.E.,the earliest Chinese Materia Medica referred to as Shengong’s Cl...Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge,known as red sage or Danshen,is commonly applied in Chinese herbal therapeutics for various biological effects.In 25-220 C.E.,the earliest Chinese Materia Medica referred to as Shengong’s Classic of Materia Medica(Eastern Han Dynasty of China,200 C.E.)initially documented Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge.Currently,Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge is one of the most frequently prescribed traditional Chinese medicines in clinics for antidiabetic,antianxiety,antihypertensive,antidepressant,antilipidemic,antiarrhythmic,and anticancer effects.Undoubtedly,it is best known for improving and promoting blood circulation;thus,its recommendation for use in cardiovascular disorders.Regarding this article,important information was sourced both manually and electronically using patent compendium and databases,including Google Scholar,herbal plant monographs,Hindawi,PubMed,Embase,CNKI,pharmacopoeias,Springer,etc.Well-concise details and discussions on the botany,traditional medicinal uses,chemical constituents-phytochemistry,pharmacokinetics,pharmacology,and toxicology information are presented.In perspective,understanding the comprehensive information of the above-stated fields with regards to Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge would yield an additional positive knowledge on areas that need urgent attention and identify gaps in research and safety for future consideration.展开更多
Fumaria indica(Hausskn.) Pugsley(Fumariaceae),known as "Fumitory",is an annual herb found as a common weed all over the plains of India and Pakistan.The whole plant is widely used in traditional and folklori...Fumaria indica(Hausskn.) Pugsley(Fumariaceae),known as "Fumitory",is an annual herb found as a common weed all over the plains of India and Pakistan.The whole plant is widely used in traditional and folkloric systems of medicine.In traditional systems of medicine,the plant is reputed for its anthelmintic,diuretic,diaphoretic,laxative,cholagoguc,stomachic and sedative activities and is used to purify blood and in liver obstruction in ethnopharmacology. The whole plant is ascribed to possess medicinal virtues in Ayurvedic and Unani systems of medicine and is also used in preparation of important Ayurvedic medicinal preparations and polyhedral liver formulations.The review reveals that phytochemical constituents of wide range have been separated from the plants and it possesses important pharmacological activities like smooth muscle relaxant,spasmogenic and spasmolytic,analgesic,anti-inflammatory, neuropharmacological and antibacterial activities.The separation of hepatoprotective and antifungal constituents from this plant was also reported newly.This review highlights the traditional,ethnobotanical,phytochemical,pharmacological information available on Fumaria indica,which might be helpful for scientists and researchers to find out new chemical entities responsible for its claimed traditional uses.展开更多
Picralima nitida Durand and Hook,(fam.Apocynaceae)is a West African plant with varied applications in African folk medicine.Various parts of the plant have been employed ethnomedicinally as remedy for fever,hypertensi...Picralima nitida Durand and Hook,(fam.Apocynaceae)is a West African plant with varied applications in African folk medicine.Various parts of the plant have been employed ethnomedicinally as remedy for fever,hypertension,jaundice,dysmenorrheal,gastrointestinal disorders and malaria.In order to reveal its full pharmacological and therapeutic potentials,die present review focuses on the current medicinal uses,phytochemistry,pharmacological and toxicological activities of this species.Literature survey on scientific journals,books as well as electronic sources have shown the isolation of alkaloids,tannins,polyphenols and steroids from different parts of the plant,pharmacological studies revealed that the extract or isolated compounds from this species posses analgesic,anti-inflammatory,hypoglyceamic,hypotensive,antiplasmodial,antimicrobial,antiulcer and antitumorigenic activities.Results from various scientific investigations to date have revealed the potential of the extract from the plant or isolated compounds for use in the treatment and prevention of various kinds of human diseases.However,further studies on the extracts and pure compounds from this species is required to completely assess its phytoc-hemical,pharmacological and toxicological profile as well as the mechanism of action behind these pharmacological activities exhibited by the compounds isolated from this species.展开更多
It is of strategical significance to exploit new medicines with Chinese features and with their patented rights phytechemistry will have great prospects in this aspect. This article briefly introduces the main researc...It is of strategical significance to exploit new medicines with Chinese features and with their patented rights phytechemistry will have great prospects in this aspect. This article briefly introduces the main research fields on phytochemistry and their significance, the present research situation in China, and suggests some concrete proposals on the development of the discipline in China.展开更多
Objective: To study the phytochemistry, anti-asthmatic and antioxidant activities of the aqueous leaf extract of Anchomanes difformis(Blume) Engl.(A. difformis) and to verify claims of use in folk medicine.Methods: Fo...Objective: To study the phytochemistry, anti-asthmatic and antioxidant activities of the aqueous leaf extract of Anchomanes difformis(Blume) Engl.(A. difformis) and to verify claims of use in folk medicine.Methods: For anti-asthmatic activity, male and female guinea pigs with average body weight of(451.4 ± 118.1) g were divided into six groups of six animals each. Group 1served as control(distilled water); Group 2 was administered with salbutamol(reference drug) only; Group 3 served as ovalbumin sensitized group, Group 4, 5 and 6 were treated with A. difformis extract at doses of 100, 200 and 400 mg/kg, respectively. Described methods were used to test fluid viscosity, fluid volume and quantitative phytochemistry analysis. Absorbance was read using a UV–Vis spectrophotometer and results computed in percentage. Total antioxidant assays [2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH) and lipid peroxidation assay], were carried out using reported procedures.Results: The anti-asthmatic evaluation showed that protection from asthma of the animals in Group 6(400 mg/kg, 32.7%) were similar to that in Group 2(salbutamol, 33.0%).Excised trachea was free of mucus secretion in Group 5(200 mg/kg) as was observed in the control group. Fluid volume increase in Groups 3 and 6 indicated mucus secretion.DPPH radical scavenging activity of extract was effective as ascorbic acid which served as standard at 20 mg/m L. But, the extract elicited low lipid peroxidation activity compared with the reference(tocopherol) at concentrations tested.Conclusions: A. difformis aqueous leaf extract is safe and possesses positive antiasthmatic and antioxidant activities as claimed by traditional herbal practitioners in Delta State.展开更多
Pulsatilla chinensis is a widely used traditional Chinese herb,which contains 56 types of chemical constituents,mainly including triterpenoid saponins,organic acids,coumarins and lignans.The largest portion of the ing...Pulsatilla chinensis is a widely used traditional Chinese herb,which contains 56 types of chemical constituents,mainly including triterpenoid saponins,organic acids,coumarins and lignans.The largest portion of the ingredients in Pulsatilla chinensis is the family of triterpenoid saponins,in which anemoside B4 is the major effective compound and indexing component.The main components of Pulsatilla chinensis can metabolize into a vast array of active products in vivo,which play vital roles in its biological activity.Mounting evidence reveals that Pulsatilla chinensis exerts a wide range of therapeutic activities,such as anti-cancer,immunoregulation,anti-inflammation and anti-schistosome,with fewer adverse reactions,via various signaling pathways and multiple targets.It was documented that the active ingredient of Pulsatilla chinensis can lessen the drug resistance and synergize the effects of other natural products including paclitaxel,as well as ameliorate the clinical efficacy of chemical drugs,such as adriamycin.However,Pulsatilla chinensis was also reported to be possibly the main cause of hemolysis and chronic liver injury.The efforts should be made to deeply investigate the pharmacological actions and underlying mechanisms of Pulsatilla chinensis,with a focus on the anti-cancer efficacy,and develop new drugs based on the components of Pulsatilla chinensis for future utilization in the clinical setting.展开更多
Physalis pubescens L.(P.pubescens)was widely used for the treatment of inflammation-related diseases,such as sore throat,aphonia,phlegm,heat,and cough in folk medicine.The fruits of P.pubescens are commonly consumed a...Physalis pubescens L.(P.pubescens)was widely used for the treatment of inflammation-related diseases,such as sore throat,aphonia,phlegm,heat,and cough in folk medicine.The fruits of P.pubescens are commonly consumed as fruit in many areas of the world.In the past few decades,the phytochemistry and pharmacology of P.pubescens were extensively investigated.About 170 chemical constituents were purified from P.pubescens.The extract and chemical constituents of P.pubescens demonstrate diverse pharmacological effects,including anti-oxidation,anti-inflammation,anticancer,antimicrobial activity,immunomodulation,diuretic effect,hypoglycemic,and hypolipidemic in vitro and in vivo.Herein,we systematically summarized the ethnomedicinal uses,botanical characterization,distribution,phytochemistry,and pharmacology of P.pubescens,and establish the correlation between chemical constituents and pharmacological effects.展开更多
The genus Strobilanthes belonging to the family Acanthaceae,is mainly distributed in Kashmir,Bhutan,Bangladesh and the Khasi mountains of northeast India and southwest of China.The main purpose of this review is to pr...The genus Strobilanthes belonging to the family Acanthaceae,is mainly distributed in Kashmir,Bhutan,Bangladesh and the Khasi mountains of northeast India and southwest of China.The main purpose of this review is to provide the available information on the phytochemistry,pharmacology and the traditional applications aspects of the genus Strobilanthes,and provides trends and perspectives for the further studies on its chemical constituents.The present review collected the literatures published prior to 2022 on the phytochemistry,and pharmacology of the genus Strobilanthes.The available literatures were excerpted from scientific databases,such as Sci-finder,PubMed,Web of Science,Google Scholar,and CNKI,Baidu Scholar,books,and others.The plants from the genus Strobilanthes have been usually used in some traditional herbal prescriptions,and pharmacological researches in vitro and in vivo revealed that the extracts possessed significant anticancer,antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,anti-allergic activities,etc.To date,the majority of articles mainly focused on the research of crude extracts.However,the data in previous literatures indicated the research potential of this genus in phytochemical and pharmacological aspects.In addition,the further in-depth investigations on the safety,efficacy,as well as the specific chemical composition,stereo-chemistry and structure-activity relationships of pure compounds from this genus are essential in the future investigation.展开更多
Centella asiatica,a traditional Chinese medicine belonging to the Umbelliferae family,was recorded in the Eastern Han Dynasty.Owing to its wide developmental prospects,many scholars have extensively explored C.asiatic...Centella asiatica,a traditional Chinese medicine belonging to the Umbelliferae family,was recorded in the Eastern Han Dynasty.Owing to its wide developmental prospects,many scholars have extensively explored C.asiatica and made significant progress in recent years.In this study,we summarize the phytochemistry,pharmacology,and clinical applications of C.asiatica(L.)Urban based on Google Scholar,PubMed,and CNKI databases.Triterpenes and their glycosides,flavonoids,terpenoids,and volatile oils occur in herbs.The pharmacological effects mainly comprise improving cognition and memory impairment in Alzheimer's disease and anti-inflammation activity.Clinical applications include the treatment of chronic kidney diseases,malignant intestinal obstruction,radiation dermatitis,precancerous lesions,chronic prostatitis,Alzheimer's disease,and other diseases.This review provides insights into the phytochemistry,pharmacology,and clinical applications of C.asiatica and summarizes the shortcomings of the research in recent years to provide a reference for future research.展开更多
Background:Manilkara hexandra(Roxb.)dubard is an evergreen tree species that belongs to the Sapotaceae family which has been used in traditional system of medicines since ages in South Asia,especially in Western and C...Background:Manilkara hexandra(Roxb.)dubard is an evergreen tree species that belongs to the Sapotaceae family which has been used in traditional system of medicines since ages in South Asia,especially in Western and Central India.Objective:This review aims to include a thorough report on phytochemicals found in the various sections of the plant,which are responsible for their medicinal properties in turn.Method:All the informations in this article were collated from selected research papers from online database such as PubMed,Web of Science and Scopus.Results:An audit of its literature shows extracts from this plant and bio transformed products possess different activities such as antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,antiulcer,aphrodisiac,immuno-stimulation activity,arthritic activity,and free radical scavenging activity.Apart from therapeutic indications,the products obtained such as edible and nutritious fruit,valuable wood,latex,and bark,are cost effective and are a source of living for local people.The varieties of chemical compounds have been isolated from this species,including sterols,sugar,terpenoids,anthraquinone glycoside,cardiac glycoside,saponin and tannins,etc.Worldwide the large occurrence of this underutilized species offers an incentive to use this plant at crucial levels in the treatment of various ailments.Conclusion:This review attempts to systematically collate the scattered knowledge on M.hexandra,for its botan-ical elements,phytochemistry,ethnopharmacology,and biological activities,to assess the range of variation among natural populations in opening research areas,and to identify elite cultivars for popularization among farmers/tribal for conservation and sustainable use on conducting field improvement studies.展开更多
Polygonatum odoratum is distributed in several countries around the world as a medicinal and dual-use plant,and its rhizomes are used in China as a traditional Chinese medicine,also as vegetables,foods,functional food...Polygonatum odoratum is distributed in several countries around the world as a medicinal and dual-use plant,and its rhizomes are used in China as a traditional Chinese medicine,also as vegetables,foods,functional foods or tea,with a history of application for more than 2000 years,with precise efficacy and no toxic side effects.However,few reviews are published on its chemical composition and its pharmacological effects.There are many components of P.odoratum,including steroidal saponins,homoisoflavanones,isoflavones,flavonoids,alkaloids,lignin,volatile oil,polysaccharides and lectins.In this review,recent advances of the history and consumption of P.odoratum,the types of chemical components,and the pharmacological effects manifested in antitumour and anticancer,antioxidant,slowing senescence,relieving fatigue and immune regulation are summarized and discussed.Presumably,the main active ingredients of the plant are homoisoflavanones,polysaccharides,saponins,and lectins.The review provides a reference for its development and utilization in the field of functional food and medicine in the future.展开更多
Drought poses a significant challenge,restricting the productivity of medicinal and aromatic plants.The strain induced by drought can impede vital processes like respiration and photosynthesis,affecting various aspect...Drought poses a significant challenge,restricting the productivity of medicinal and aromatic plants.The strain induced by drought can impede vital processes like respiration and photosynthesis,affecting various aspects of plants’growth and metabolism.In response to this adversity,medicinal plants employ mechanisms such as morphological and structural adjustments,modulation of drought-resistant genes,and augmented synthesis of secondary metabolites and osmotic regulatory substances to alleviate the stress.Extreme water scarcity can lead to leaf wilting and may ultimately result in plant death.The cultivation and management of medicinal plants under stress conditions often differ from those of other crops.This is because the main goal with medicinal plants is not only to increase the yield of the above-ground parts but also to enhance the production of active ingredients such as essential oils.To elucidate these mechanisms of drought resistance in medicinal and aromatic plants,the current review provides a summary of recent literature encompassing studies on the morphology,physiology,and biochemistry of medicinal and aromatic plants under drought conditions.展开更多
The red fruits of Pseudospondias microcarpa (A. Rich) Engl. are widely consumed by the populations of northern Congo for their sweet and tangy flavor as well as for their characteristic smell. The objective of this st...The red fruits of Pseudospondias microcarpa (A. Rich) Engl. are widely consumed by the populations of northern Congo for their sweet and tangy flavor as well as for their characteristic smell. The objective of this study was to show the food potential of the fruits of this plant for their valorization. Organic solvent extracts were prepared and subjected to phytochemical screening to determine the nutrients and phytonutrients of this fruit. Raw juice was extracted by trituration without adding water and subjected to physicochemical and biochemical analyses in order to determine its quality and its antiradical activity. The raw juice obtained is moderately acidic (pH 3.28), very cloudy and colored (turbidity of 1019 NTU). It has a dry matter content of 3.771% ± 0.013% reflecting the 70% dominance of water in the weight of the fruit and the presence of dissolved organic matter in its juice. Energy nutrients (sugars, amino acids), carotenoids, coumarins, tannins, flavonoids, terpenes and sterols have been highlighted as nutrients with therapeutic potential commonly called phytonutrients of this fruit. The juice presented a dominance in polyphenols (134.8500 ± 0.0023 mg gallic acid/100 g) than in carotenoids (5.100 ± 0.010 mg carotene/100 g), high levels of mineral macroelements (calcium: 3570.00 ± 2.05 mg and potassium: 4576.00 ± 9.49 mg) and trace elements (copper: 11.13 ± 0.10 mg, iron: 3.02 ± 0.03 mg and zinc: 2.57 ± 0.08 mg). These compounds exhibited good antioxidant activity. The presence of these nutrients and phytonutrients in these fruits is interesting for the proper functioning of certain organs and the prevention of certain diseases. This fruit is therefore an energizing and functional food that can compete with conventional fruits whose juices are marketed.展开更多
Carthamus tinctorius L. is commonly known as Safflower. C. tinctorius extracts and oil are important in drug development with numerous pharmacological activities in the world. This plant is cultivated mainly for its s...Carthamus tinctorius L. is commonly known as Safflower. C. tinctorius extracts and oil are important in drug development with numerous pharmacological activities in the world. This plant is cultivated mainly for its seed, which is used as edible oil. For a long time C. tinctorius has been used in traditional medicines as a purgative, analgesic, antipyretic and an antidote to poisoning. It is a useful plant in painful menstrual problems, post-partum hemorrhage and osteoporosis. C. tinctorius has recently been shown to have antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic activities. Carthamin, safflower yellow are the main constituents in the flower of C. tinctorius. Carthamidin, isocarthamidin, hydroxysafflor yellow A, safflor yellow A, safflamin C and luteolin are the main constituents which are reported from this plant. Caryophyllene, p-allyltoluene, 1-acetoxytetralin and heneicosane were identified as the major components for C. tinctorius flowers essential oil. Due to the easy collection of the plant and being widespread and also remarkable biological activities, this plant has become both food and medicine in many parts of the world. This review presents comprehensive analyzed information on the botanical, chemical and pharmacological aspects of C. tinctorius.展开更多
Radix Astragali(RA),a traditional Chinese medicine from the dried root of Astragalus species,is widely distributed throughout the temperate regions of the world.The major bioactive constituents of RA are triterpene gl...Radix Astragali(RA),a traditional Chinese medicine from the dried root of Astragalus species,is widely distributed throughout the temperate regions of the world.The major bioactive constituents of RA are triterpene glycosides,flavonoids,saponins,and alkaloids,and these compounds mostly exert pharmacological activities on the cardiovascular,immune,respiratory,and hepatic systems.This review summarizes the recent studies on RA and provides a comprehensive summary regarding the status of resources,ethnopharmacology,phytochemistry,pharmacology,toxicology,clinical application,and patent release of RA.We hope this review can provide a guidance for further development of therapeutic agents from RA.展开更多
基金supported by Macao Science and Technology Development Fund(001/2023/ALC and 0006/2020/AKP)the Research Fund of University of Macao(CPG2023-00028-ICMS)+1 种基金the Guangxi Science and Technology Major Project(GUIKEAA22096029)Macao Young Scholars Program(AM2022022)。
文摘Ganoderma lucidum,one of the most well-known edible fungi,is believed to be very beneficial for longevity and vitality.A long usage history suggests that G.lucidum has various clinical therapeutic effects.And experimental studies have confirmed that G.lucidum has multiple pharmacological effects,including antitumor,anti-microbial,anti-HIV protease,and antidiabetic activity and so on.With the deepening of research,more than 300 compounds have been isolated from G.lucidum.There is an increasing population of G.lucidum-based products,and its international development is expanding.Currently,G.lucidum has drawn much attention to its chemical composition,therapeutic effect,clinical value,and safety.This paper provides a comprehensive review of these aspects to enhance the global promotion of G.lucidum.
文摘Phyllanthus emblica or Indian gooseberry is an integrated part of Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicines.For several decades,the well-known ancient herb has been extensively utilized in traditional medicine to cure diseases like fever,diabetes,constipation,jaundice,ulcers,biliousness,anemia,anorexia,and dyspepsia.In the traditional system,Indian gooseberry has various ethnomedicinal applications.In the Ayurvedic system,different methods of administration(anupan)have shown different ethnomedicinal properties of Indian gooseberry.Seventy well-known chemical components in Indian gooseberry have been identified through phytochemical evaluation,among which the flavonoids and phenols are most prominent.From the toxicity perspective,it is considered a safe herb in India,and is taken as a food supplement in European countries.The wide-spectrum pharmacological activities of the crude extracts and isolates of Indian gooseberry are attributed to the predominance of phenols and flavonoids.Thus,it is important to study the exact mechanism of the activity of the phytochemicals in Indian gooseberry,especially in anti-cancer activities.Extract of Indian gooseberry enhances proliferation in several cancer cells in vitro,including stem cells like ovarian cancer(OC)cells,and also has been observed to possess anti-proliferative characteristics in vivo.This review intends to explore the therapeutic potential of Indian gooseberry based on scientific reports and attempts to find the gaps for future research.
基金This research was funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82260773)National Key R&D Program:Intergovernmental Cooperation in International Science and Technology Innovation(2022YFE0119300)+1 种基金Central Government Guided Local Scientific and Technological Development Project(2021ZY0015)Science and Technology Young Talents Development Project of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(NJYT22048).
文摘Corydalis bungeana Turcz.(CB)is a medicinal herb with significant medicinal value in traditional Chinese medicine.This paper reviews the progress of research on CB’s botany,quality control,phytochemistry,pharmacology and toxicity.The plant’s information was gathered from scientific databases such as PubMed,GeenMedical,Springer Link(https://link.springer.com),Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure,Pharmacopoeia and Flora.Currently,137 phytochemicals have been identified and isolated from CB,including alkaloids,flavonoids,amino acids,terpenoids,coumarins and organic acids.In addition,many phytochemicals reported various antiinflammatory,antibacterial,antiviral,antitumor,analgesic,hepatoprotective,immunomodulatory,neuromodulatory,and lipid reduction activities.However,the study of its toxicity is still at the preliminary exploration stage and needs further intensive exploration.Herein,we provide an in-depth investigation of the progress of CB to elucidate the underlying mechanisms of activity of CB extracts and its major components,deliver valuable resources and information for further research and rational drug use,and explore the potential research directions and prospects of CB.
文摘Objectives:To gather updated information on the traditional uses,phytochemistry,and pharmacological activities of Valeriana jatamansi Jones.Background:V.jatamansi is indigenous to the Himalayas immensely used as traditional folk remedy.It contains a variety of secondary metabolites that give it a high medicinal and therapeutic values.For the purpose of collecting relevant information on V.jatamansi,a comprehensive literature search was conducted.Based on ethnobotanical sources and historical records,traditional uses were compiled.Scientific articles and databases were consulted for phytochemical data.In order to assess the plant’s therapeutic properties,pharmacological studies were reviewed.Summary:The botanical is known for its ethnobotanical uses ranging from sedative and anxiolytic effects to treating insomnia,epilepsy,and gastrointestinal disorders.Indigenous healing practices rely heavily on its traditional uses.Based on the phytochemical analysis,it contains a diverse array of bioactive compounds,including sesquiterpenoids and iridoids.Valerenic acid and jatamansinol,among other compounds,contribute to its therapeutic potential.A broad spectrum of pharmacological activities is found including anxiety-relieving,sedative,anti-inflammatory,neuroprotective,and antimicrobial effects.Outlook:Based on the evidence supporting ethnomedicinal uses of V.jatamansi,its immense biopotential and multiple pharmacological roles,standard clinical trials are required to evaluate its therapeutic potential.
文摘The present review is intended to provide information on botany,ethnomedicinal uses,phytochemistry and biological activities of various parts of Euphorbia neriifolia(E. neriifolia). E. neriifolia has several ethnomedicinal uses. The latex of E. neriifolia is used as laxative,purgative,rubefacient,carminative and expectorant as well as in treatment of whooping cough,gonorrhea,leprosy,asthma,dyspepsia,jaundice,enlargement of the spleen,tumors,stone in the bladder,abdominal troubles and leucoderma. Leaves are brittle,heating,carminative,and good for improving the appetite and treatment of tumors,pains,inflammations,abdominal swellings and bronchial infections. Roots are used as symptomatic treatment of snake bite,scorpion sting and antispasmodic. Various plant parts or whole E. neriifolia extract and its isolates have been reported scientifically using various in-vivo and in-vitro experimental methods for anaesthetic,analgesic,anti-anxiety,anti-convulsant,anti-psychotic,anti-arthritis,anti-carcinogenic,antidiabetic,anti-diarrhoeal,anti-inflammatory,anti-thrombotic,antimicrobial,antioxidant,antiulcer,cytotoxic,death-receptor expression enhancing,dermal irritation,diuretic,hemolytic,immunomodulatory,radioprotective,scorpion venom and wound healing properties. It is reported to have chemical constituents like,neriifolin-S,neriifolin,neriifoliene,euphol,neriifolione,cycloartenol,nerifoliol,lectin,euphonerins A–G,3-O-acetyl-8-O-tigloylingol,taraxerol,antiquorin,etc. Identified chemical constituents are still required to be explored for their advanced isolation techniques and biological activities.
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文摘Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge,known as red sage or Danshen,is commonly applied in Chinese herbal therapeutics for various biological effects.In 25-220 C.E.,the earliest Chinese Materia Medica referred to as Shengong’s Classic of Materia Medica(Eastern Han Dynasty of China,200 C.E.)initially documented Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge.Currently,Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge is one of the most frequently prescribed traditional Chinese medicines in clinics for antidiabetic,antianxiety,antihypertensive,antidepressant,antilipidemic,antiarrhythmic,and anticancer effects.Undoubtedly,it is best known for improving and promoting blood circulation;thus,its recommendation for use in cardiovascular disorders.Regarding this article,important information was sourced both manually and electronically using patent compendium and databases,including Google Scholar,herbal plant monographs,Hindawi,PubMed,Embase,CNKI,pharmacopoeias,Springer,etc.Well-concise details and discussions on the botany,traditional medicinal uses,chemical constituents-phytochemistry,pharmacokinetics,pharmacology,and toxicology information are presented.In perspective,understanding the comprehensive information of the above-stated fields with regards to Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge would yield an additional positive knowledge on areas that need urgent attention and identify gaps in research and safety for future consideration.
文摘Fumaria indica(Hausskn.) Pugsley(Fumariaceae),known as "Fumitory",is an annual herb found as a common weed all over the plains of India and Pakistan.The whole plant is widely used in traditional and folkloric systems of medicine.In traditional systems of medicine,the plant is reputed for its anthelmintic,diuretic,diaphoretic,laxative,cholagoguc,stomachic and sedative activities and is used to purify blood and in liver obstruction in ethnopharmacology. The whole plant is ascribed to possess medicinal virtues in Ayurvedic and Unani systems of medicine and is also used in preparation of important Ayurvedic medicinal preparations and polyhedral liver formulations.The review reveals that phytochemical constituents of wide range have been separated from the plants and it possesses important pharmacological activities like smooth muscle relaxant,spasmogenic and spasmolytic,analgesic,anti-inflammatory, neuropharmacological and antibacterial activities.The separation of hepatoprotective and antifungal constituents from this plant was also reported newly.This review highlights the traditional,ethnobotanical,phytochemical,pharmacological information available on Fumaria indica,which might be helpful for scientists and researchers to find out new chemical entities responsible for its claimed traditional uses.
基金supported by a US-Senior Fulbright Award granted to Dr.A.Falodun for study at University of Mississippi,USA,CIESCs for the Fulbright awardthe University of Benin(Nigeria)and Institute of Chemistry(University of Rostock,Germany),for their support
文摘Picralima nitida Durand and Hook,(fam.Apocynaceae)is a West African plant with varied applications in African folk medicine.Various parts of the plant have been employed ethnomedicinally as remedy for fever,hypertension,jaundice,dysmenorrheal,gastrointestinal disorders and malaria.In order to reveal its full pharmacological and therapeutic potentials,die present review focuses on the current medicinal uses,phytochemistry,pharmacological and toxicological activities of this species.Literature survey on scientific journals,books as well as electronic sources have shown the isolation of alkaloids,tannins,polyphenols and steroids from different parts of the plant,pharmacological studies revealed that the extract or isolated compounds from this species posses analgesic,anti-inflammatory,hypoglyceamic,hypotensive,antiplasmodial,antimicrobial,antiulcer and antitumorigenic activities.Results from various scientific investigations to date have revealed the potential of the extract from the plant or isolated compounds for use in the treatment and prevention of various kinds of human diseases.However,further studies on the extracts and pure compounds from this species is required to completely assess its phytoc-hemical,pharmacological and toxicological profile as well as the mechanism of action behind these pharmacological activities exhibited by the compounds isolated from this species.
文摘It is of strategical significance to exploit new medicines with Chinese features and with their patented rights phytechemistry will have great prospects in this aspect. This article briefly introduces the main research fields on phytochemistry and their significance, the present research situation in China, and suggests some concrete proposals on the development of the discipline in China.
文摘Objective: To study the phytochemistry, anti-asthmatic and antioxidant activities of the aqueous leaf extract of Anchomanes difformis(Blume) Engl.(A. difformis) and to verify claims of use in folk medicine.Methods: For anti-asthmatic activity, male and female guinea pigs with average body weight of(451.4 ± 118.1) g were divided into six groups of six animals each. Group 1served as control(distilled water); Group 2 was administered with salbutamol(reference drug) only; Group 3 served as ovalbumin sensitized group, Group 4, 5 and 6 were treated with A. difformis extract at doses of 100, 200 and 400 mg/kg, respectively. Described methods were used to test fluid viscosity, fluid volume and quantitative phytochemistry analysis. Absorbance was read using a UV–Vis spectrophotometer and results computed in percentage. Total antioxidant assays [2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl(DPPH) and lipid peroxidation assay], were carried out using reported procedures.Results: The anti-asthmatic evaluation showed that protection from asthma of the animals in Group 6(400 mg/kg, 32.7%) were similar to that in Group 2(salbutamol, 33.0%).Excised trachea was free of mucus secretion in Group 5(200 mg/kg) as was observed in the control group. Fluid volume increase in Groups 3 and 6 indicated mucus secretion.DPPH radical scavenging activity of extract was effective as ascorbic acid which served as standard at 20 mg/m L. But, the extract elicited low lipid peroxidation activity compared with the reference(tocopherol) at concentrations tested.Conclusions: A. difformis aqueous leaf extract is safe and possesses positive antiasthmatic and antioxidant activities as claimed by traditional herbal practitioners in Delta State.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(8157381381173598)+3 种基金Sichuan Provincial Admin⁃istration of Traditional Chinese Medicine of China(2021MS447)Excellent Talent Program of Chengdu University of Tra⁃ditional Chinese Medicine of China(YXRC2019002ZRYY1917)and Open Research Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Southwestern Chinese Medicine Resources of China(2020XSGG006)。
文摘Pulsatilla chinensis is a widely used traditional Chinese herb,which contains 56 types of chemical constituents,mainly including triterpenoid saponins,organic acids,coumarins and lignans.The largest portion of the ingredients in Pulsatilla chinensis is the family of triterpenoid saponins,in which anemoside B4 is the major effective compound and indexing component.The main components of Pulsatilla chinensis can metabolize into a vast array of active products in vivo,which play vital roles in its biological activity.Mounting evidence reveals that Pulsatilla chinensis exerts a wide range of therapeutic activities,such as anti-cancer,immunoregulation,anti-inflammation and anti-schistosome,with fewer adverse reactions,via various signaling pathways and multiple targets.It was documented that the active ingredient of Pulsatilla chinensis can lessen the drug resistance and synergize the effects of other natural products including paclitaxel,as well as ameliorate the clinical efficacy of chemical drugs,such as adriamycin.However,Pulsatilla chinensis was also reported to be possibly the main cause of hemolysis and chronic liver injury.The efforts should be made to deeply investigate the pharmacological actions and underlying mechanisms of Pulsatilla chinensis,with a focus on the anti-cancer efficacy,and develop new drugs based on the components of Pulsatilla chinensis for future utilization in the clinical setting.
基金This research was supported by NNSF of China(81673558).
文摘Physalis pubescens L.(P.pubescens)was widely used for the treatment of inflammation-related diseases,such as sore throat,aphonia,phlegm,heat,and cough in folk medicine.The fruits of P.pubescens are commonly consumed as fruit in many areas of the world.In the past few decades,the phytochemistry and pharmacology of P.pubescens were extensively investigated.About 170 chemical constituents were purified from P.pubescens.The extract and chemical constituents of P.pubescens demonstrate diverse pharmacological effects,including anti-oxidation,anti-inflammation,anticancer,antimicrobial activity,immunomodulation,diuretic effect,hypoglycemic,and hypolipidemic in vitro and in vivo.Herein,we systematically summarized the ethnomedicinal uses,botanical characterization,distribution,phytochemistry,and pharmacology of P.pubescens,and establish the correlation between chemical constituents and pharmacological effects.
基金The authors thank the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(No.82141216)Chunhui Program-Cooperative Research Project of the Ministry of Education,Liaoning Province Natural Science Foundation(No.2020-MZLH-31)+2 种基金China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2021M693957)Shenyang Young and Middle-aged Innovative Talents Support Program(RC210446)Project of the Educational Department of Liaoning Province(No.LJKZ0919)for financial supports.
文摘The genus Strobilanthes belonging to the family Acanthaceae,is mainly distributed in Kashmir,Bhutan,Bangladesh and the Khasi mountains of northeast India and southwest of China.The main purpose of this review is to provide the available information on the phytochemistry,pharmacology and the traditional applications aspects of the genus Strobilanthes,and provides trends and perspectives for the further studies on its chemical constituents.The present review collected the literatures published prior to 2022 on the phytochemistry,and pharmacology of the genus Strobilanthes.The available literatures were excerpted from scientific databases,such as Sci-finder,PubMed,Web of Science,Google Scholar,and CNKI,Baidu Scholar,books,and others.The plants from the genus Strobilanthes have been usually used in some traditional herbal prescriptions,and pharmacological researches in vitro and in vivo revealed that the extracts possessed significant anticancer,antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,anti-allergic activities,etc.To date,the majority of articles mainly focused on the research of crude extracts.However,the data in previous literatures indicated the research potential of this genus in phytochemical and pharmacological aspects.In addition,the further in-depth investigations on the safety,efficacy,as well as the specific chemical composition,stereo-chemistry and structure-activity relationships of pure compounds from this genus are essential in the future investigation.
文摘Centella asiatica,a traditional Chinese medicine belonging to the Umbelliferae family,was recorded in the Eastern Han Dynasty.Owing to its wide developmental prospects,many scholars have extensively explored C.asiatica and made significant progress in recent years.In this study,we summarize the phytochemistry,pharmacology,and clinical applications of C.asiatica(L.)Urban based on Google Scholar,PubMed,and CNKI databases.Triterpenes and their glycosides,flavonoids,terpenoids,and volatile oils occur in herbs.The pharmacological effects mainly comprise improving cognition and memory impairment in Alzheimer's disease and anti-inflammation activity.Clinical applications include the treatment of chronic kidney diseases,malignant intestinal obstruction,radiation dermatitis,precancerous lesions,chronic prostatitis,Alzheimer's disease,and other diseases.This review provides insights into the phytochemistry,pharmacology,and clinical applications of C.asiatica and summarizes the shortcomings of the research in recent years to provide a reference for future research.
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文摘Background:Manilkara hexandra(Roxb.)dubard is an evergreen tree species that belongs to the Sapotaceae family which has been used in traditional system of medicines since ages in South Asia,especially in Western and Central India.Objective:This review aims to include a thorough report on phytochemicals found in the various sections of the plant,which are responsible for their medicinal properties in turn.Method:All the informations in this article were collated from selected research papers from online database such as PubMed,Web of Science and Scopus.Results:An audit of its literature shows extracts from this plant and bio transformed products possess different activities such as antibacterial,anti-inflammatory,antiulcer,aphrodisiac,immuno-stimulation activity,arthritic activity,and free radical scavenging activity.Apart from therapeutic indications,the products obtained such as edible and nutritious fruit,valuable wood,latex,and bark,are cost effective and are a source of living for local people.The varieties of chemical compounds have been isolated from this species,including sterols,sugar,terpenoids,anthraquinone glycoside,cardiac glycoside,saponin and tannins,etc.Worldwide the large occurrence of this underutilized species offers an incentive to use this plant at crucial levels in the treatment of various ailments.Conclusion:This review attempts to systematically collate the scattered knowledge on M.hexandra,for its botan-ical elements,phytochemistry,ethnopharmacology,and biological activities,to assess the range of variation among natural populations in opening research areas,and to identify elite cultivars for popularization among farmers/tribal for conservation and sustainable use on conducting field improvement studies.
基金This research was supported financially by the scientific research project of the Hebei Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine,China(2022098,2022365)the Doctoral Research Foundation of Hebei University of Chinese Medicine,China(BSZ2020007,BSZ2021019)+1 种基金the Modern Agricultural Technology Innovation Team Project in Hebei Province,China(HBCT2018060205)the Traditional Chinese Medicine Resources Survey Project of China(Z135080000022).
文摘Polygonatum odoratum is distributed in several countries around the world as a medicinal and dual-use plant,and its rhizomes are used in China as a traditional Chinese medicine,also as vegetables,foods,functional foods or tea,with a history of application for more than 2000 years,with precise efficacy and no toxic side effects.However,few reviews are published on its chemical composition and its pharmacological effects.There are many components of P.odoratum,including steroidal saponins,homoisoflavanones,isoflavones,flavonoids,alkaloids,lignin,volatile oil,polysaccharides and lectins.In this review,recent advances of the history and consumption of P.odoratum,the types of chemical components,and the pharmacological effects manifested in antitumour and anticancer,antioxidant,slowing senescence,relieving fatigue and immune regulation are summarized and discussed.Presumably,the main active ingredients of the plant are homoisoflavanones,polysaccharides,saponins,and lectins.The review provides a reference for its development and utilization in the field of functional food and medicine in the future.
文摘Drought poses a significant challenge,restricting the productivity of medicinal and aromatic plants.The strain induced by drought can impede vital processes like respiration and photosynthesis,affecting various aspects of plants’growth and metabolism.In response to this adversity,medicinal plants employ mechanisms such as morphological and structural adjustments,modulation of drought-resistant genes,and augmented synthesis of secondary metabolites and osmotic regulatory substances to alleviate the stress.Extreme water scarcity can lead to leaf wilting and may ultimately result in plant death.The cultivation and management of medicinal plants under stress conditions often differ from those of other crops.This is because the main goal with medicinal plants is not only to increase the yield of the above-ground parts but also to enhance the production of active ingredients such as essential oils.To elucidate these mechanisms of drought resistance in medicinal and aromatic plants,the current review provides a summary of recent literature encompassing studies on the morphology,physiology,and biochemistry of medicinal and aromatic plants under drought conditions.
文摘The red fruits of Pseudospondias microcarpa (A. Rich) Engl. are widely consumed by the populations of northern Congo for their sweet and tangy flavor as well as for their characteristic smell. The objective of this study was to show the food potential of the fruits of this plant for their valorization. Organic solvent extracts were prepared and subjected to phytochemical screening to determine the nutrients and phytonutrients of this fruit. Raw juice was extracted by trituration without adding water and subjected to physicochemical and biochemical analyses in order to determine its quality and its antiradical activity. The raw juice obtained is moderately acidic (pH 3.28), very cloudy and colored (turbidity of 1019 NTU). It has a dry matter content of 3.771% ± 0.013% reflecting the 70% dominance of water in the weight of the fruit and the presence of dissolved organic matter in its juice. Energy nutrients (sugars, amino acids), carotenoids, coumarins, tannins, flavonoids, terpenes and sterols have been highlighted as nutrients with therapeutic potential commonly called phytonutrients of this fruit. The juice presented a dominance in polyphenols (134.8500 ± 0.0023 mg gallic acid/100 g) than in carotenoids (5.100 ± 0.010 mg carotene/100 g), high levels of mineral macroelements (calcium: 3570.00 ± 2.05 mg and potassium: 4576.00 ± 9.49 mg) and trace elements (copper: 11.13 ± 0.10 mg, iron: 3.02 ± 0.03 mg and zinc: 2.57 ± 0.08 mg). These compounds exhibited good antioxidant activity. The presence of these nutrients and phytonutrients in these fruits is interesting for the proper functioning of certain organs and the prevention of certain diseases. This fruit is therefore an energizing and functional food that can compete with conventional fruits whose juices are marketed.
文摘Carthamus tinctorius L. is commonly known as Safflower. C. tinctorius extracts and oil are important in drug development with numerous pharmacological activities in the world. This plant is cultivated mainly for its seed, which is used as edible oil. For a long time C. tinctorius has been used in traditional medicines as a purgative, analgesic, antipyretic and an antidote to poisoning. It is a useful plant in painful menstrual problems, post-partum hemorrhage and osteoporosis. C. tinctorius has recently been shown to have antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antidiabetic activities. Carthamin, safflower yellow are the main constituents in the flower of C. tinctorius. Carthamidin, isocarthamidin, hydroxysafflor yellow A, safflor yellow A, safflamin C and luteolin are the main constituents which are reported from this plant. Caryophyllene, p-allyltoluene, 1-acetoxytetralin and heneicosane were identified as the major components for C. tinctorius flowers essential oil. Due to the easy collection of the plant and being widespread and also remarkable biological activities, this plant has become both food and medicine in many parts of the world. This review presents comprehensive analyzed information on the botanical, chemical and pharmacological aspects of C. tinctorius.
基金the Science and Technology Innovation Guidance Project,Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.KCBJ2018040)National Nonprofit Industry Research(No.201507002)+7 种基金the Fourth National Traditional Chinese Medicine Resources Survey Project(No.[2018]43)Science and Technology Planning Project of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region,China(No.201701040)Standardization Project of Mongolian Medicine in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.2018-008)Baotou Science and Technology Project(No.CX-2016-17)Scientific Research Foundation Project of Baotou Medical College(No.BYJJ-DF 2017-01)the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region College Students Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program Project(No.201710127010)Science and Technology Planning Project of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.201503020)China Agriculture Research System(No.CARS-21)。
文摘Radix Astragali(RA),a traditional Chinese medicine from the dried root of Astragalus species,is widely distributed throughout the temperate regions of the world.The major bioactive constituents of RA are triterpene glycosides,flavonoids,saponins,and alkaloids,and these compounds mostly exert pharmacological activities on the cardiovascular,immune,respiratory,and hepatic systems.This review summarizes the recent studies on RA and provides a comprehensive summary regarding the status of resources,ethnopharmacology,phytochemistry,pharmacology,toxicology,clinical application,and patent release of RA.We hope this review can provide a guidance for further development of therapeutic agents from RA.