Review · Volume 21, Issue 2 · pp. 403–412
Annona squamosa Linn.: A Review of Its Ethnobotany, Pharmacology, Phytochemistry, Toxicity, and Conservation Needs
Ravi Pratap Singh1, Ashok Kumar Pattnaik1, Mithun Rudrapal2, Soumya Bhattacharya3
- 1Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.
- 2Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology & Research, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India.
- 3Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Abstract
Nature exhibits a unique beauty that is both recognized and integrated into human practices globally. Annona squamosa Linn., commonly known as “sweet sugar,” is a small medicinal shrub cultivated for its fruits. This species is widely distributed across Asia, Africa, North and South America, and Brazil. Traditionally, it has been used for its antidiabetic, antihypertensive, insecticidal, and antimicrobial properties. This article is based on the literature review collected from various sources such as Scopus, Sci-Hub, PubMed, Google Scholar, Science Direct, and SciFinder. The literature review reveals that A. squamosa possesses numerous promising pharmacological activities due to its rich array of active phytoconstituents. This review provides essential knowledge for future research, guiding investigators in exploring the plant's pharmacological activities, isolating bioactive fractions, and implementing these findings in the management of various diseases.
Keywords: Annona squamosa; pharmacological activities; phytochemistry; ethnobotanical uses
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