The use of plants and plant products as medicinal plants based on their therapeutic potential is
well recognized and has been used for the treatment of various diseases and ailments since
ancient times. Cordia macleodii, commonly known as Dahiman or Dahipalas or Shikari, a plant
belonging to the family Boraginaceae, is one of the rare medicinal plants reported to possess
potential therapeutic activities such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic,
hepatoprotective, wound healing, antihypertensive and antioxidant. The presence of various
bioactive compounds like terpenoids, flavanoids, glycosides, phenols, tannins, saponins, steroids,
volatile oils, amino acids, alkaloids, and resins make C.macleodii a valuable potent herbal
medicinal plant. Though the plant has potential health benefits and medicinal value, there is only
limited literature available about the plant, so there is a need for an extensive survey and
exploration of knowledge about C.macleodii. The present review summarizes geographical
sources, phytochemical constituents, potential biological activity and application, ethnobotanical
and medicinal uses, and toxicity. The review finally concluded with a discussion of future
prospects.
Keywords: C.macleodii, flavanoids, alkaloids, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, ethnobotanical,
antivenom
Publication date: 01/04/2023
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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2023/12.4.7018
