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VOL. 6, ISSUE 6 (2021)
Review on Evolvulus alsinoides and a brief outlook in to the neuroprotective activity of Convolvulaceae plants
Authors
Reni P Paul, Arul Balasubramanian, Kothai Ramalingam
Abstract
Evolvulus alsinoides Linn (EA) is well known for its memory enhancement, antiepileptic and immunomodulatory properties in Ayurveda, The traditional Indian system of medicine. The plant belongs to the family Convolvulaceae. Convolvulaceae family comprising about 1,600-1,700 species grouped in 55-60 genera, and most of the species are reported to have an effect on CNS. The plant has shown wide range of pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, antiamnesic, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti diabetic, antihypertensive, antimicrobial activities etc. This review will highlight the morphological characters, chemical constituents, and the reported pharmacological activities of Evolvulus alsinoides (E. alsinoides). A review of the literature studies was also carried out to summarize available evidences on Convolvulaceae plants with neuroprotective and antiamnesic activity. According to this report many of the plants belong to Convolvulaceae family improve CNS function. Even though great progress has been made on the pharmacological studies, more exploratory research and clinical trials are still needed to gain a better understanding of the CNS efficacies of this plant family.
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Pages:675-680
How to cite this article:
Reni P Paul, Arul Balasubramanian, Kothai Ramalingam "Review on E<em>volvulus alsinoides</em> and a brief outlook in to the neuroprotective activity of <em>Convolvulaceae </em>plants ". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 6, Issue 6, 2021, Pages 675-680
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