Abstract

A PHARMACOLOGICAL REVIEW ON MORINGA OLEIFERA

Anap Vidyatai Ravindra*, Dr. Rao Priya S. and Dr. Siddheshwar S. S.

Abstract

Moringa oleifera is known for its nutritional and numerous medicinal uses that have been appreciated for centuries in many parts of habitat and introduced ranges. Moringa oleifera is a tree that grows widely in many tropical and subtropical countries. It belongs to Moringaceae family. In addition to its high nutritional value, these plant is very important for its medicinal value. Various parts of these plant such as leaves, roots, seed, fruit, bark, flowers and immature pods act as cardiac and circulatory stimulants, possess antitumor, antipyretic, antiinflammatory, antiulcer, antispasmodic, diuretic, antihypertensive. Moringa oleifera has been reported to possess analgesic, antioxidant, anti-cancer, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory effect. Stem bark of this plant, has been traditionally used for anti-inflammatory purposes and other pharmacological disorders.

Keywords: Moringa Oleifera, Moringaceae, Pharmacological Activity.