ABSTRACT

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), is a venerable medicinal herb in the ancient system of medicine called Ayurveda, where it has achieved an illustrious 3 millennia-long history and recognition for being rejuvenative as well as adaptogenic. Regarding the taxonomy, phytochemistry and related pharmacology as well as ethnopharmacological importance Details: As a member of the Solanaceaea family it is unique due to its bell-shaped and greenish yellow flowers which are turned into bitter red berries. Several phytochemical studies have identified active compounds like alkaloids, steroidal saponins and withanolides responsible to its therapeutic potential Pharmacological studies reveal the wide biological activities of Ashwagandha including adaptogenic, anti-stress, neuroprotective, and much more related to antitumorigenic effects due to withanolides. Its traditional uses are well established and newer clinical studies have been added to its repertoire that validate the use for stress, anxiety, inflammation & cognitive decline thereby bridging knowledge of ancient past with modern medicine. In different traditional medicinal systems, Ashwagandha has a high standing ethnopharmacologically. Keywords: Ashwagandha, Withania somnifera, Anti-Stress, Neuroprotective, Anticancer, Cardioprotective
Publication date: 01/12/2025

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.12.9619