Paper flower, Bougainvillea spectabilis & B. glabra (Family: Nyctaginaceae) have medicinal values such
as anti - diabetic, anti - inflammatory, anti - oxidant, anti – microbial, anti - ulcer, Hyperlipidemic
properties. The phytoconstituents such as fatty acids, alcohols, alkaloids, glycosides, tannins, terpenoids,
flavonoids, saponins, phenolics, and quinones were reported as the basic of therapeutic properties.
Bougainvillea involves varieties of various species such as Bougainvillea spectabilis, B. glabra, B.
peruviana, B. stipitata, B. praecox, B. spinosa. Bougainvillea is commonly used as conventional therapies
to manage hepatitis, diarrhea, stomach acidity, coughing, sour throats, blood vessel issues, and leucorrhoea.
The blooms of B. glabra are used in Thailand to alleviate diarrhea, nausea, and stomachaches.
Keyword: Bougainvillea spectabilis, B. glabra, phytochemical constituent, pharmacological profile,
Traditional uses
Publication date: 01/01/2026
https://ijbpas.com/pdf/2026/January/MS_IJBPAS_2026_9657.pdf
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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.1.9657
