Genus Psoralea: A review of the traditional and modern uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology.

ABSTRACT:

Ethnopharmacological relevance

The genus Psoralea (Fabaceae) harbours 105 accepted species that are extensively used by local peoples and medicinal practitioners of China, India, and other countries for treatment of tooth decay, psoriasis, leucoderma, leprosy, kidney problems, tuberculosis, indigestion, constipation and impotence. Presently, pharmacological research reports are available on only few species namely Bituminaria bituminosa (Syn: P. bituminosa), P. canescens, P. corylifolia, P. esculenta, P. plicata and P. glandulosa which are valued for their chemical constituents and traditional uses.

Aim of the review

This review article provides explicit information on traditional uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities of selected Psoralea species. The possible

SUBMITTER: Koul B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7127090 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature