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Phytochemicals and Pharmacological Activities of Annona Squamosa

Author(s) D. Rama Bramha Reddy, K. Malleswari, E. Naveen Kumar
Country India
Abstract Annona Squamosa, a multipurpose, drought resistant evergreen tree commonly known as “Custard apple” belonging to family Annonaceae, is gaining lot of importance for its therapeutic potentials. Various part of tree has been used in traditional folkloric medicine. The crushed leaves are sniffed to overcome hysteria and fainting spells; they are also applied on ulcer and wounds and a leaf decoction is taken in case of dysentery. Before exploiting any plant for medicinal purpose, it is imperative to have complete information about its biology, chemistry, and all other applications so that the potential of plant could be utilized maximally. The taxonomy, botanical description of the plant, its distribution and ecological requirement are discussed in this paper. The phytochemical studies showed the presence of amino acids, terpenes, lipids, steroids, flavonoids, ascorbic acid, tannins, vitamins and alkaloids. The review specifically deals with the phytochemical and folkloric medicinal importance of plant.
Keywords Annona squamosa, Custard Apple, Sitaphal, Annonaceae ,Annona squamosa; Annonaceae Acetogenins; Biological Activities; Bioactive Compounds
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 5, Issue 1, January-February 2023
Published On 2023-01-29
Cite This Phytochemicals and Pharmacological Activities of Annona Squamosa - D. Rama Bramha Reddy, K. Malleswari, E. Naveen Kumar - IJFMR Volume 5, Issue 1, January-February 2023. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i01.1481
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i01.1481
Short DOI https://doi.org/grp549

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