The Journal of Phytopharmacology, 2012;1(1): 57-70 DOI:10.31254/phyto.2012.1105
Taxonomy, phytochemical composition and pharmacological prospectus of Ficus religiosa linn. (Moraceae)- A review
1. Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, M.J.P. Rohilkhand University, Bareilly 243006, India
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Ficus religiosa Linn is a large perennial tree found throughout India. It is used traditionally in the treatment of asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, cancer, hyperlipidemia, inflammatory disorders, and infectious disorders. The present work is an attempt to compile an up-to-date and comprehensive review of F. religiosa that covers its Taxonomy, phytochemistry and pharmacological study.
Ficus religiosa, Pharmacological activities, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antiulcer
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