Abstract

THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF TERMINALIA TOMENTOSA HYNE EX. ROTH.

Ranjna*, Mishra H. S., Agarwal A. K., Bedar S. S., Shrivastav S. K., Ojha Mamta

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Abstract

Terminalia tomentosa (Syn. T. alata) belonging to family Combretaceae is a large deciduous tree widely distributed in Indian peninsular region. It is known by the name of Asana in state of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. It is found growing in Sal forests of Terai region mixed with Sal tree. Along with the use of plant for timber, it is being used by traditional healers for the management of a number of health issues. The plant has been screened for various biological activities and has demonstrated promising biological activities viz. Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-epileptic, Hypoglycemic activities which substantiate its pharmacological properties and therapeutic uses described in ancient texts of Ayurveda. Present paper is an attempt to have an in-depth review of the plant for its therapeutic potential described in classical texts of Ayurveda, use of the plant in Local Health Traditions and biological activities demonstrated in various pharmacological screening studies.

Keywords: Terminalia tomentosa, Ayurveda, Pharmacology.