Abstract

REVIEW ON CNIDOSCOLUS ACONITIFOLIUS (CHAYAMANSA)- A TRADITIONAL MEDICINAL PLANT

Ms. Simi S. M.*, Ms. Elizabeth M. Abraham, Ms. Kavya Prasad R., Ms. Leeba Babu, Ms. Josini Jose, Ms. Sisira Prasad

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Abstract

Cnidoscolus aconitifolius Mill. (Euphorbiaceae) is a large, fastgrowing and leafy perennial shrub that is believed to have originated in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico. The specific epithet, aconitifolius, means "Aconitum-like leaves". It has succulent stems that exude a milky sap when cut. Numerous bioactive substances, including phenolic acids, alkaloids, saponins, flavonoids, and others are present. Cnidoscolus aconitifolius is reported to have medicinal properties such as antioxidant effect, anti-diabetic property, protective effect against alzheimer, protective effect on neurodegenerative diseases, protective effect on hepatic damage, antimicrobial activity, hematopoietic property, effect on erectile dysfunction and antifertility activity. The material in this article about Cnidoscolus aconitifolius was compiled using a variety of sources. C. aconitifolius has been proposed as a potential option among the traditional medicinal herbs in the review article.

Keywords: Cnidoscolus aconitifolius Mill, Property, Traditional Medicinal Plant.