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VOL. 6, ISSUE 4 (2021)
A review on phytochemicals present in Ocimum santum and its medicinal property
Authors
Nibedita Badajena, Atia Arzoo
Abstract
The plant of Oscimum sanctum generally known as “Tulsi or 'Holy Basil”. It belongs to Lamiaceae family. It is an erect, much branched, fragrant and erected plant attaining a height of about 20-50 cm. Different parts of the plant are used in Ayurveda and Siddha. Scientific investigations have shown that O. sanctum has a plethora of biological and pharmacological activities. The presence of an impressive number of phyto-constituents in O. sanctum could explain its exceptional beneficial effects such as medicine for prevention and cure of many illnesses like cough, influenza, common cold, headache, fever, colic pain, bronchitis, asthma, hepatic diseases, fatigue, skin diseases, arthritis, digestive disorders, cancer. From the ancient history Tulsi is used to treat several types of diseases. It means there is huge use of Tulsi from ancient time till now. Now scientifically it is used as the treatments of cancer cell in human body. Extensive studies, experimental and clinical prove that Tulsi possess anti-stress, antioxidant, immunomodulator and anti-radiation properties which also may help it to play major role in prevention and treatment of cancer.
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Pages:530-533
How to cite this article:
Nibedita Badajena, Atia Arzoo "A review on phytochemicals present in <em>Ocimum santum</em> and its medicinal property ". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 6, Issue 4, 2021, Pages 530-533
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