Abstract

PHYTOCHEMICAL PROFILE AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES WITH COSMETOLOGICAL AND EMERGING APPLICATIONS OF CLITORIA TERNATEA (SANGU POO)

V. Anushree*, Dr. M. Ranjith, Mr. S. Senthilkumar, S. Priyadharshini, M. Naveen Kumar, C. Sugavanam

Abstract

From the pea family comes Clitoria ternatea Linn., often called Sangu Poo, a plant long noted for healing uses due to its mix of natural compounds. Because of brain-supporting, swelling-reducing, and mind-sharpening traits, it has held importance in traditional Indian, Tamil, and Greco-Arab medicine systems. Botanical features aside, this summary covers chemical makeup alongside lab-tested effects and fresh roles in skincare science. While rooted in ancient practice, the study now expands into modern health possibilities tied to this vivid blue-flowered vine. Rich in active plant chemicals like terpenes, flavonoids, and alkaloids, this species holds diverse natural substances. From saponins to tannins, terpenoids to glycosides, its components show broad biological roles. Antioxidant qualities appear alongside antimicrobial strength, often seen in lab tests. Healing properties extend to ulcers, wounds, and even liver protection, as shown in results. Heart health support links to how it influences cell signals tied to inflammation. Cancer-related activity emerges when metabolic processes are adjusted by key molecules. Immune system balance arises due to shifts in nerve-driven responses. Free radicals tend to drop when extracts enter tissues during trials. Cyclotides play a quiet but steady role across many of these outcomes. Effects unfold mainly through cleaning reactive particles, calming swelling paths, and guiding brain-body loops. These days, Clitoria ternatea is turning heads in skincare and beauty products because it may slow ageing, shield skin from light damage, reduce pigment formation, and encourage hair growth. The vivid hues found in this plant come from natural compounds called anthocyanins, which double as gentle, earth-safe dyes in both cosmetics and food items. Beyond that, early signs suggest it could play a role in health supplements, everyday foods with added benefits, tiny delivery vehicles for medicine, and even green solutions in manufacturing settings. Even so, without proof from human trials, consistent quality remains a problem. Still, plant compounds break down easily, making results unpredictable. Yet regulation lags behind discovery, slowing progress. Because of this, better methods in testing and product design are needed. Only then can real benefits emerge from long-used natural sources.

Keywords: Cancer-related activity emerges when metabolic processes are adjusted by key molecules.