ABSTRACT

The utilization of plant-based methods remains crucial for maintaining health, with various civilizations extensively documenting their use. Tropical Indian species of the Ficus genus are among the earliest fruit trees that have known to have various traditional and therapeutical applications. Ficus species include many phytochemicals that have demonstrated a variety of therapeutic applications and are frequently used as traditional medicine. For example: Ficus religiosa commonly known as the peepal tree, Ficus benghalensis is the Indian banyan etc. are traditionally used for various health ailments such as burns, wounds, skin diseases etc. The aim of this review is to give the comprehensive information about the traditional applications, phytochemical constituents and pharmacological effects associated with some Indian Ficus species, including Ficus drupacea, Ficus rumphii, Ficus hispida, Ficus semicordata, Ficus subincisa etc. and highlighting their potential as sources for new therapeutic compounds. Keywords: Ficus, Traditional uses, Phytochemicals, Biological activity, Phytopharmacology, Medicinal properties
Publication date: 01/12/2024

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2024/13.12.8502