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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Bioactive phytochemicals, pharmacological potential, and nanotechnological developments of Plectranthus amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng: A comprehensive review
Authors
Mali Ram Hindala, Vidya Patni, Sunil Kumar
Abstract
Plectranthus
amboinicus (Lour.) Spreng., has emerged as prominent medicinal plant due to its
abundance of therapeutically active constituents. The plant's leaves, stems,
roots, bark, and petioles are abundant in vital elements utilised in
traditional medicine. A wide variety of essential oils and bioactive substances
such as flavonoids, terpenoids, polyphenols, phytols, thymol, apigenin,
rosmarinic acid, quercetin, carvacrol, and abietane diterpenes—are present in
the plant, highlighting its medicinal significance. Additionally, trace amounts
of compounds like ursolic acid, cinnamine, ladalein, caryophyllene oxide, and
circimaritin contribute to its chemical complexity. A wide range of
pharmacological actions, such as anti-cancer, anti-viral, antioxidant,
anti-malarial, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-diabetic, and
anti-inflammatory effects have been shown by Plectranthus amboinicus
extracts.These extracts are effective in treating conditions such as wound
healing, rheumatoid arthritis, epilepsy, nephroprotection, bio-herbicidal
activities, bioaccumulation, nutrient mobilization, hemorrhagic and ischemic
conditions, bacterial biofilm inhibition, nephron crystal formation, and pain
management. Furthermore, the plant's antioxidant and antimicrobial properties
are enhanced when formulated into green synthesized metal and non-metal-based
nanoparticles. The potential applications of these nanoparticles extend to
various health industries, pharmaceutical and beauty product manufacturing, and
the decontamination of polluted waste sites. This review emphasizes the
therapeutic benefits, phytochemical properties, green nanoparticle formulations
(using leaf extracts), and synthetic applications of Plectranthus amboinicus-derived
nanoparticles.
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Pages:84-92
How to cite this article:
Mali Ram Hindala, Vidya Patni, Sunil Kumar "Bioactive phytochemicals, pharmacological potential, and nanotechnological developments of <i>Plectranthus amboinicus</i> (Lour.) Spreng: A comprehensive review". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 84-92
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