Abstract

EXPLORING THE THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF AERVA LANATA: PHYTOCHEMISTRY, ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY AND MEDICINAL APPLICATIONS

Talakayala Rajeev Kumar*, Shaik Althaf, Vanaparla Akshitha, Vadlana Slessi

Abstract

Aerva lanata, commonly known as "Bui", is a versatile plant belonging to the Amaranthaceae family, widely distributed across tropical regions including India, Africa, and Southeast Asia. It is utilized extensively in traditional medicine due to its diverse pharmacological properties. The plant exhibits diuretic effects attributed to its alkaloids and flavonoids, which include canthin-6-one derivatives and compounds like kaempferol and quercetin. Various parts of Aerva lanata, such as roots, stems, leaves, and seeds, have been investigated for their bioactive constituents and therapeutic potential. Pharmacological studies highlight its efficacy in treating conditions such as urolithiasis, diabetes, infertility, and respiratory ailments. Phytochemical analysis through methods like High Pressure Liquid Chromatography [HPLC] and Soxhlet extraction has identified key compounds supporting its medicinal applications. This review consolidates the ethnobotanical knowledge and scientific findings on Aerva lanata, underscoring its significance as a valuable resource in traditional and modern medicine.

Keywords: Aerva lanata, Anti-urolithiatic activity, Ervine, Soxhlet, ervoside, High Pressure Liquid Chromatography, MehtylErvine.