Abstract

DIEFFENBACHIA: BENEFITS VS RISKS OF A HOUSEHOLD ORNAMENTAL PLANT-A REVIEW

*Syamjith P., Dr. Vinod K. R., Vipuldas M. K., Venkatesh R., Sindhu T. J. and Johncy N. J.

Abstract

The main aspects of selected biological and toxicological profile of Dieffenbachia, as a poison effects to animal and human as well as remedial for various disease are reviewed. Plant profile, cause and symptoms of poisoning due to calcium and magnesium oxalate crystals induce ocular toxicity and biological action like defence mechanism, anti-bacterial actions and anticancer effects are analysed in order to assess a risk profile and better understanding of adverse and beneficial effects balance. The general conclusion is that the reviewed plant having various biological activities and recommended further studies to develop new formulation in order to utilization of such plants in effective manner.

Keywords: Dieffenbachia, biological weapon, Calcium oxalate, Ocular, angiogenesis.