ETHNOMEDICINAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES OF Ipomea Reniformis

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  Manish Singh Verma, Rakesh Sharma, Yogesh Kumar Sharma, Prashant Dhakad, Mamata Sharma

• Manish Singh Verma, Rakesh Sharma, Yogesh Kumar Sharma, Prashant Dhakad, Mamata Sharma
• ETHNOMEDICINAL USES, PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES OF Ipomea Reniformis

Abstract

This study provides a comprehensive overview of Ipomoea reniformis, a plant belonging to the Convolvulaceae family with extensive traditional uses in the Indigenous system of Medicine. Despite its prevalence in India, there has been limited research on the chemical composition of this plant. The morphological features, traditional uses, and phytochemical composition, including the presence of resin, glycosides, reducing sugars, and starch, are discussed. The reported pharmacological activities of Ipomoea reniformis, such as its anticancer, antiepileptic, antioxidant, antiulcer, antimicrobial, and nephroprotective properties, are highlighted based on recent scientific investigations. Notably, the study emphasizes the scarcity of research on the chemical examination of Ipomoea reniformis, despite its significant medicinal properties and widespread use in traditional medicine. The reported pharmacological activities align with the plant's traditional uses, supporting its potential therapeutic benefits. This research contributes to the growing global interest in herbal medicines, emphasizing their favorable characteristics such as minimal adverse reactions, diverse biological activities, and cost-effectiveness. Further exploration of the chemical constituents and pharmacological potential of Ipomoea reniformis could unveil new avenues for its utilization in healthcare practices.