Medicinal Potential of Jamun (Syzygium cumini Linn): A Review

Ahmad, Nadeem; Nawab, Mohammad; Kazmi, Munawwar Husain

doi:10.22270/jddt.v9i5.3568

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An overview of the historical context for Jamun's diverse medicinal properties

Kamble¹,

Shirke²,

Uppar³

et al. 2023

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Syzygium cumini, also known as Jamun, Jambul, or Indian blackberry, is a species of tree native to the Indian subcontinent. A comprehensive literature review shows that Jamun can be considered one of the most versatile herbal medicines with anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other properties. This review aims to investigate and understand the previous research on Jamun, including its pharmacognosy and pharmacological history, to confirm its potential to treat a variety of illnesses. The study also examined the current pharmaceutical formulations available in the market to understand the potential for developing medications from the components of Jamun. To comprehend the available studies, the analytical backdrop is also reviewed. Despite being the focus of many research studies, there are still many unanswered questions regarding Jamun. Therefore, the best formulations or products may be produced in these sectors, possibly through nutraceuticals, to support improved pharmacological aspects or health promotion. This review will help identify unexplored areas where specific tasks related to Jamun can be done.

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An overview of the historical context for Jamun's diverse medicinal properties

Kamble¹,

Shirke²,

Uppar³

et al. 2023

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“…The matured fruits are usually available during the month of June to July, summer season in the North Eastern tropical region of India for a short time (Mandal et al, 2023). The matured ripe jamun fruits have a slightly sweet and astringent taste and appear oblong or round in shape with dark purple and bluish‐black color due to the pigment anthocyanins (N. Ahmad et al, 2019). Black jamun is high in health‐beneficial substances such as anthocyanins, polyphenols, flavonoids, sugars, vitamin C and minerals, pectin, and protein (Katia et al, 2018; Khadivi et al, 2022).…”

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“…(N. Ahmad et al, 2019). Black jamun is high in health-beneficial substances such as anthocyanins, polyphenols, flavonoids, sugars, vitamin C and minerals, pectin, and protein (Katia et al, 2018;Khadivi et al, 2022).…”

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Characterization and storage stability of microencapsulated black jamun (Syzygium cumini) pulp extract via freeze drying

Sharma,

Dash,

Badwaik

et al. 2023

J Food Process Engineering

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In the present investigation, the black jamun extract was used to prepare microcapsules by freeze‐drying method with three different wall materials: maltodextrin, guar gum, and xanthan gum. The formed microcapsules were analyzed for different physicochemical properties. Moisture content and water activity were less than 6.50 g water/ 100 g and 0.38, respectively, indicating that the microbial activity can be restricted. The formed microcapsules were purple in color suggested by the positive values of color parameter “a”. The hygroscopicity, solubility, and degree of caking for the microcapsules were found to be in the range of 11.14–15.77 g/100 g, 70.12%–76.36%, and 22.31%–30.22%, respectively. The glass transition temperature was in the range of 88–135°C for the formed microcapsules. The encapsulation efficiency, total anthocyanin content, and antioxidant activity were higher for the maltodextrin‐based microcapsule that was found to be 71.88%, 6.01 C‐3‐G mg/g and 94.16% DPPH radical scavenging activity, respectively.Practical applicationBlack jamun (Syzygium cumini) is a rich source of anthocyanin which is unstable due to light, oxygen and temperature. Moreover the fruit also contain health beneficial substances that are unstable at normal conditions. Therefore, the encapsulation method can improve the stability of the compounds and improve the release of active component in the microcapsule in food. Microencapsulation provide barrier to temperature, light and pH. In food industry microcapsules containing agricultural produce extract can be used for the fortification of food products in enhancing the nutritive value of the product while processing.

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“…Different approaches such as organoleptic evaluation and micromorphological study are used for the authenticity of medicinal plants (Alege & Daudu, 2014). The micromorphology of medicinal plants is crucial for corroboration of its traditional practice as well as in research to obtain novel drugs (Ahmed et al, 2019). It categorizes distinctive features useful for authentication of crude drugs.…”

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Micromorphological evaluation of Daphne mucronata Royle and Myrtus communis L. using scanning electron microscopic techniques

Dastagir

Ahmad

Uza

2021

Microscopy Res & Technique

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The present study was undertaken to establish micromorphological standards of Daphne mucronata Royle and Myrtus communis (L.). Daphne mucronata Royle is a xerophytic perennial shrub while, Myrtus communis is an evergreen shrub or small tree. Micromorphological investigation is one of the cheapest methods. It will be helpful in the accurate identification of these plants from other species. Results of macroscopic evaluation showed various organoleptic features. Anatomy of the selected plant parts was carried out. It showed a typical dicot structure as it revealed the presence of epidermal cells, crystals, trichomes, cuticle, mesophyll tissues, xylem, phloem, paracytic, and dicytic stomata. Anatomical study facilitates the detection of adulteration with inferior commercial varieties, exhausted drugs, cheaper natural substances, and chemicals. Stomatal number, types, and size of stomata, and palisade ratio of Myrtus communis were observed. These observations will be helpful in the preparation of taxonomic key for the identification of selected species. Powder drug study [scanning electron microscopy (SEM)] showed characteristics histological differentiation. The methods cited here can be measured as characteristics to identify and validate these drugs.

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Medicinal Potential of Jamun (Syzygium cumini Linn): A Review

Cited by 9 publications

References 11 publications

An overview of the historical context for Jamun's diverse medicinal properties

An overview of the historical context for Jamun's diverse medicinal properties

Characterization and storage stability of microencapsulated black jamun (Syzygium cumini) pulp extract via freeze drying

Micromorphological evaluation of Daphne mucronata Royle and Myrtus communis L. using scanning electron microscopic techniques

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