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The Journal of Phytopharmacology 2024; 13(3):235-241 ;   DOI:10.31254/phyto.2024.13307

Review Article

Dracaena trifasciata (Prain) Mabb. – Traditional use, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and pharmacology: A comprehensive review

K Babu1 , DK Srinivasa Prabhu1

1. R & D Centre, Cholayil Private Limited, Ambattur, Chennai-600098, Tamil Nadu, India

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Received: 20th March, 2024 / Accepted: 7th May, 2024 / Published : 1st June, 2024

Abstract


Dracaena trifasciata (Prain) Mabb. (Asparagaceae) is a perennial herb, commonly known as mother-in-law’s tongue, cultivated as an ornamental plant in homes and parks, native to tropical West Africa. The leaves and rhizomes are traditionally used against acne, fungal infections, skin itches, allergy, ulcer, helminths, earache, pharyngitis, urinary diseases, jaundice, analgesic and antipyretic in various countries. This review comprehensively describes the botany, traditional use, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and pharmacology of this multidimensional herb.

Keywords

Dracaena trifasciata, Asparagaceae, Ethnobotany, Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology


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Babu K, Prabhu SDK. Dracaena trifasciata (Prain) Mabb.- Traditional use, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and pharmacology: A comprehensive review. J Phytopharmacol 2024; 13(3):235-241. doi: 10.31254/phyto.2024.13307

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