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PHYTOCHEMICALS AND PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF CLITOREA TERNATEA: A REVIEW

Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Medicine (IJPSM) (Vol.9, No. 1)

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Page : 73-81

Keywords : Clitoria ternatea; phytochemicals; pharmacological properties; antioxidant;

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Abstract

Clitoria ternatea refers an herb (annual twining) found in India, Philippines, Madagascar & China. It belongs to family- Fabaceae. The present review was based on the description, phytochemicals, and pharmacological properties of Clitorea ternatea. The literature survey was done thorough PubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar. The root was utilized in induction of abortion in the past, and the paste is often used to treat abdominal inflammations, sore-throats & mucus problems. According to the results of the initial phytochemical screening, the plant included proteins, alkaloids, antharaquinone, anthocyanins, cardiac glycosides, phenols, tannins, phlobatannin, carbohydrates, saponins, triterpenoids, phenols, flavonoids, flavonol glycosides, and volatile oils in addition to steroids.

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