Abstract

ETHNOBOTANY, PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGICAL PROFILE OF COCCINIA GRANDIS: A REVIEW

Arpita Gupta, Sushankar Par, Harsh Tripathi, Dr. Tarun Parashar* and Dr. Mohit Sanduja

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Abstract

A versatile topical plant with significant culinary and medicinal applications is the Ivy gourd, or Coccinia grandis. This review article looks at its potential applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries and seeks to compile the literature currently accessible on its pharmacological characteristics, nutritional composition, therapeutic benefits, and botanical features. The necessity for a thorough understanding of C. grandis in order to fully utilize its medicinal potential and the growing interest in plant-based therapies worldwide are the driving forces behind the research. In terms of methodology, this review uses a literature synthesis approach, examining existing research on C. grandis to glean pertinent details on its characteristics and uses. According to the research, C. grandis is a good source of vital nutrients, has significant Anti-inflammatory, Anti-diabetic, and Antioxidant qualities, and has potential for use in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical development in the future. These findings imply that C. grandis may play a key role in improving nutritional health and treating chronic illnesses. To support its effectiveness and therapeutic uses, more clinical research and safety assessments are necessary.

Keywords: Coccinia grandis, Medicinal plant, Hypoglycaemic activity, Ayurvedic plant, Botanical properties.