Camphor tree, Cinnamomum camphora (L.); Ethnobotany and pharmacological updates

Malabadi, Ravindra B.; Kolkar, Kiran P.; Meti, Neelambika T.; Chalannavar, Raju K.

doi:10.51248/.v41i2.779

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“…Camphor exhibits many biological properties such as antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral, and insecticidal activity, etc. [28][29] Javitri (Myristica fragrans Houtt. )…”

Section: Pharmacological Action Of Cinnamomum Camphora Nees and Ebermmentioning

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A Review on Laghukhadira Vatika: An Ayurvedic Formulation for Oral Diseases

Sharma¹,

Sangita²,

Mitra³

et al. 2022

Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm.

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Oral diseases are the most common non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and affect people in all age groups throughout their lifetime, causing pain, discomfort, and chronic systemic disease. In Ayurveda, 65 number of Mukharoga (oral diseases) have seven anatomic positions-eight on the lips, 15 on the alveolar margin, eight in connection with the teeth, five on the tongue, nine on the palate, 17 in the oropharynx and three in a whole mouth described by Acharya Sushruta. and Acharya Vagbhata mentioned 75 types of Mukharoga (oral diseases) in 8 sites one extra- Ganda roga (diseases of a face). However, primarily teeth and gums diseases are closely associated with Shotha and Sula (inflammation and pain). Shitada and Upkusha are the diseases of Dantamula (gums) having foul smell, a cardinal clinical feature. Laghukhadira Vatika (LKV) is a polyherbal ayurvedic medicine mentioned for treating oral diseases by acharya Chakrapani Datta for the first time, then the same followed by other authors with different names of the same formulation and their disease indications and applications. It consists of Acacia catechu Willd and Cinnamomum camphor Nees. and Eberm, Myristica fragrans Houtt., Areca catechu Linn. and Piper cubeba Linn. F., Different fractions of extracts of each drug and isolated phytochemicals have potent Krmighna (anti-bacterial), astringent, and Shothahar (anti-inflammatory) activities, as proven by many studies. It is generally used for Mouth ulcers, Pharyngitis (Sore throat), Halitosis and other diseases of teeth, gums, and sore throat, etc. The present survey is aimed to determine the Laghukhadira Vatika against oral diseases.

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“…Camphor exhibits many biological properties such as antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral, and insecticidal activity, etc. [28][29] Javitri (Myristica fragrans Houtt. )…”

Section: Pharmacological Action Of Cinnamomum Camphora Nees and Ebermmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review on Laghukhadira Vatika: An Ayurvedic Formulation for Oral Diseases

Sharma¹,

Sangita²,

Mitra³

et al. 2022

Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm.

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“…The bark is yellow or brown and is vertically split. The leaves alternately have three to several distinct veins, and strong dormant buds surrounded by large, silky-like recesses [5].…”

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Phytochemistry and Applications of Cinnamomum camphora Essential Oils

Lee¹,

Kim

Park

et al. 2022

Molecules

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Camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) is an ornamental plant that has been cultivated for a long time to obtain wood or camphor. Furthermore, its essential oil can be used as an alternative medicine and is an important source of perfume. Camphor obtained from camphor trees has long been used as a treatment for various symptoms such as inflammation, infection, congestion, muscle pain, and irritation in various regions. The purpose of this literature review is to provide knowledge of the well-established, wide, and extensive applications of camphor both in traditional and modern applications. Despite many studies focused on the essential oil of the camphor tree, there is a lack of systematic studies of its extraction or separation. Besides, various components of camphor are not fully understood, and further research is needed on the medicinal effects of individual components of C. camphor. The genus Cinnamomum has crucial economic value and theoretical significance. However, further systematic reviews and investigative studies based on existing research are needed to promote the modernization process of traditional applications of camphor. For proper use of the essential oil of C. camphora, it is imperative to consider its possible effects on humans and the environment.

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“…Camphor was originally obtained by distillation of camphor tree bark, Cinnamonum camphora ( Lee et al, 2022 ). It is now produced synthetically from turpentine oil and known chemically as 2-Camphanone and 2-Bornanone, with chemical formula C 10 H 16 O ( Malabadi et al, 2021 ). It belongs to terpenoid class of organic chemicals.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The principal hypothesis tested by the current study is that the effect of camphor would have differential effects on type I versus type II slowly adapting mechanoreceptors. A secondary hypothesis is that the two enantiomers of camphor ( Malabadi et al, 2021 ) had different effects on these mechanoreceptors. A further hypothesis is that related monoterpines (eugenol, borneol, thymol and carveol) would have similar effects, although there may be differences according to the class (monocyclic versus bicyclic).…”

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confidence: 99%

Camphor tree, Cinnamomum camphora (L.); Ethnobotany and pharmacological updates

Cited by 17 publications

References 25 publications

A Review on Laghukhadira Vatika: An Ayurvedic Formulation for Oral Diseases

A Review on Laghukhadira Vatika: An Ayurvedic Formulation for Oral Diseases

Phytochemistry and Applications of Cinnamomum camphora Essential Oils

Effects of camphor and related compounds on slowly adapting mechanoreceptors in the rat sinus hair follicle

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