What is it about?
This review explores the medicinal potential of Clerodendrum colebrookianium (CC), a small shrub from the family Lamiaceae, commonly found in Southeast Asia. It focuses on the plant's pharmacological properties, traditional uses, and phytochemical composition, providing insights into its therapeutic applications and scope for further research.
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Why is it important?
Diverse Pharmacological Activities: Extracts of CC exhibit antihypertensive, hepatoprotective, analgesic, antidiabetic, and other therapeutic properties, highlighting its medicinal versatility. Rich Phytochemical Profile: The plant contains bioactive compounds such as colebrin-A, colebrin-D, beta-sitosterol, and glycosides, which are linked to its health benefits. Traditional Medicine Significance: Widely used in Asian countries for traditional treatments, CC bridges indigenous knowledge with modern pharmacology. Untapped Potential: Despite its known benefits, many of its traditional uses and phytochemical properties remain under-researched, offering opportunities for scientific exploration.
Perspectives
Future Research: Comprehensive studies on the phytoconstituents and active principles of CC are necessary to uncover its full therapeutic potential. Clinical Validation: Rigorous clinical trials can confirm its efficacy and safety, facilitating its incorporation into evidence-based medicine. Standardization: Developing standardized formulations and dosage guidelines will enhance its global acceptance as a reliable therapeutic agent. Sustainability: Promoting cultivation and conservation of CC ensures its availability for future research and medicinal use. Clerodendrum colebrookianium holds immense promise as a therapeutic agent, blending traditional wisdom with modern scientific potential.
Dr. Manish Kumar Gautam
Assam Down Town University
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This page is a summary of: Ethnobotanical Use, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities of Clerodendrum colebrookianium (Lamiaceae), Current Nutrition & Food Science, February 2025, Bentham Science Publishers,
DOI: 10.2174/0115734013306525240321064009.
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