Taxonomic and ethno-biological status ofFlacourtia jungomas(Lour.) Raeus.: An endemic nutraceutical plant of Eastern U.P.

Abstract

The taxonomic status of Flacourtia jungomas (Lour.) Raeus. has been discussed together with its nutraceutical importance and the important biochemicals isolated there from. The ripe fruits have high fiber content together with good protein content, low fat and higher amount of monosaturated fatty acids as compared to polysaturated fatty acids. It contains significant amount of β-carotene followed by rutein + zeaxanthene, retinol and phylloquinone (Vit K) which are important in the regulation of haemoglobin and fibrinogen in human body. Besides these, ascorbic avid (Vit. C) and niacin are also present in significant amounts. Ripe fruits contain good amount of potassium which has a definite role in regulation of blood pressure followed by phosphorus and magnesium having their role in controlling osteoporosis. [Medicinal Plants 2009; 1(1) : 49-53].

Ethnomedicinal, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Aspects of Flacourtia Jangomas: A Review

“…The leaves and young shoots, which taste like rhubarb, are astringent and stomachic. The fruits are used to overcome digestive disorders, allay thirst, biliousness, fevers, nausea and diarrhoea [22,23]. The leaf decoction is taken to halt diarrhoea.…”

“…Ground bark paste is also used for curing many common ailments in the Tribal settlements of Western Ghat. Fruits are also used in liver related disorders [23].…”

“…Paper chromatography studies on simple reducing sugars and their alditol acetates indicated the presence of arabinose, glucose, fructose and galactose [36]. The ripe fruits of F. jangomas contain good amount of potassium, having high bioavailability and thus, may serve as a good source for sufficient potassium intake [23]. Studies revealed that leaves and stem of the plant contain secondary metabolites such as carbohydrate, steroids, tannins, saponins and phenolic acid and flavonoids like quercetin, luteolin and rutin [37,38].…”

Ethnomedicinal Potential of Indian Coffee Plum: Flacourtia Jangomas

“…They also suggested that fruits are rich in nutrients, protein, fat, sugars, amino acids, vitamin C, and minerals including calcium, potassium, DOI: 10.26855/abr.2023.12.001 32 Advance in Biological Research phosphorous, iron, magnesium, sodium, manganese, copper, and zinc. Srivastava et al [7] also dispute in their research article that the ripe fruits of F. jangomas contain a good amount of potassium, have high bioaccumulation, and thus, may serve as a good source for adequate potassium intake. The ripe fruits have high fiber content together with good protein content, low fat, and a higher amount of monounsaturated fatty acids as compared to polyunsaturated fatty acids [8].…”

“…The ripe fruits have high fiber content together with good protein content, low fat, and a higher amount of monounsaturated fatty acids as compared to polyunsaturated fatty acids [8]. It contains an appreciable amount of beta-carotene followed by lutein and zeaxanthin, retinol, and phylloquinone which are supreme in the regulation of hemoglobin and fibrinogen in the human body (Srivastava et al [7]. The aim of the review is to present an updated and comprehensive overview of its active chemical constituents, and various pharmacological properties including, antibacterial, anti-diarrheal, antioxidant, cytotoxic, antidiabetic, and anti-amylase activity of F. jangomas to highlight its ethnopharmacological use and to explore its therapeutic potentials thereby providing a basis for future research.…”