ETHNOMEDICINAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY, AND PHARMACOLOGICAL INSIGHT OF CYANTHILLIUM CINEREUM (L.) H. ROB.: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

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  Karan Singh, Amit Aggarwal

  Maharaja Agrasen School of Pharmacy, Maharaja Agrasen University, Baddi-174103, Distt. Solan,Himachal Pradesh, India.

• Amit Aggarwal
• ETHNOMEDICINAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY, AND PHARMACOLOGICAL INSIGHT OF CYANTHILLIUM CINEREUM (L.) H. ROB.: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Abstract

Cyanthillium cinereum is a plant species in the family Asteraceae. It is a common weed that grows in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including Asia, Africa, and the Americas. In traditional medicine, various parts of the plant have been used to treat a wide range of ailments, including fever, inflammation, pain, and gastrointestinal disorders. The plant is also known to possess various biological activities, such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiinflammatory properties. Thus, the present review aims to provide updated information on C. cinereum botany, ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry, pharmacological effects, and toxicity as well as also highlight perspective for future research. Particular emphasis is also given to its antioxidant potential in health promotion. In-depth literature was probed by searching several sources via online databases, texts, websites, and thesis. Many studies have been conducted to investigate the phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of C. cinereum, and the results suggest that it contains various bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, and phenolics. These compounds may be responsible for the medicinal properties of the plant. It is important to note that while C. cinereum has been traditionally used for medicinal purposes, further research is needed to fully understand its potential benefits and to develop safe and effective treatments based on its bioactive compounds.