A Systemic Review of Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi): Morphological Characteristics, Phytoconstituents and Therapeutic Applications

Authors

  • Roshan Kumar Research Scholar, Department of Pharmacology, Dev Bhoomi Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, INDIA.
  • Purabi Saha Department of Pharmacy, Uttaranchal Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, INDIA.
  • Priya Lokare Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Loknete Ramdas Patil Dhumal Arts, Science and Commerce College, Rahuri, Maharashtra 413705, INDIA.
  • Kunal Datta Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Institute of Pharmacy, Nadia, West Bengal, INDIA.
  • P. Selvakumar Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Dhaanish Ahmed Institute of Technology, Coimbatore 641105, Tamilnadu, INDIA.
  • Anurag Chourasia Assistant Professor, Ramanand Institute of Pharmacy and Management, Haridwar, INDIA.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31033/ijrasb.9.2.15

Keywords:

Ocimum sanctum, Pharmacological, Chemical constituents, Anti diabetic, Anti fertility

Abstract

Plants have been used medicinally by humans for millennia. Tulsi is one of these drugs. A plant's perfume emanates from within. It is found all over India. It is harvested around Hindu temples or places of worship. Its leaves, seeds, and roots are employed in Ayurvedic treatment. Tulsi contains a variety of nutrients and bioactive compounds. Tulsi's key chemical components are Linalool, caryophyllyne, Oleanolic acid, and Rosmalinic acid. Tulsi standardisation has been used in modern science. Two active ingredients are eugenol (essential oil) and ursolic acid (acide). A diaphoretic, anti-periodic, and anti-bronchitis leaf. A decoction of the leaves can treat coughs, malaise, and colds. Not only is it moisturising. Flowers' oils can treat ringworm. Because of its antibacterial and antifungal characteristics, Ocimum sanctum has been used in numerous therapeutic trials. This page discusses the chemistry and pharmacology of Ocimum species.

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2022-04-07

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Roshan Kumar, Purabi Saha, Priya Lokare, Kunal Datta, P. Selvakumar, & Anurag Chourasia. (2022). A Systemic Review of Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi): Morphological Characteristics, Phytoconstituents and Therapeutic Applications. International Journal for Research in Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, 9(2), 221–226. https://doi.org/10.31033/ijrasb.9.2.15

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