Abroma augusta (L.) L. f.: An ethno pharmacological review of its traditional uses and modern applications

Abstract

Abroma augusta (L.) L. f. has been used as traditional medicine by tribal women in India, Bangladesh forms ancient times. Ayurvedic medicine, derived from herbal plants is used to reduce the gamble effects of the synthetic drugs. In homeopathy, it has been using successfully for a long period. Major Phytochemicals such as, Taraxerol, Friedelin, β-Sitosterol, α-Amyrin, Lupeol, Octacosanol, have potentialities to control diabetes, anti-inflammation, gynecological disorders etc. Root extract has given fruitful effect in menstrual disorder. It has anti-fertility activity, and it is a prominent uterine tonic. In gonorrhea treatment, leaf and stem extract in cold water is very effective. Acetone extract of leaf showed high anti-microbial effect against Gram-positive bacteria. Simultaneously, acetone leaf extracts shown anti-fungal activity against Candida albicans, Rhizopus oryzae, Aspergillus fumiguts. According to various reports regarding its phytochemical profiling and medicinal properties, it can be said that Abroma augusta should be used broadly for future drug development programmed.