Mangiferaindica: Ethnopharmacology of Mangiferin from its Leaf Extract

Sheetal Sharma

Abstract: This review details the vernacular names; origin; distribution; taxonomy and variety of Mangifera indica L. (Anacardiaceae) ; a medicinal plant traditionally used in tropical regions. This article is presented to compile all the updated information on its phytochemical and antimicrobial activities. Studies indicate that mango possesses antidiabetic; anti-oxidant; anti-viral; cardiotonic; hypotensive; anti-inflammatory properties. These studies are very encouraging and indicate this herb should be studied more extensively to confirm these results and reveal other potential therapeutic effects.

Keywords: Mangifera indica, mangiferin, antimicrobial, phytochemistry, plant extract

How to Cite?: Sheetal Sharma, "Mangiferaindica: Ethnopharmacology of Mangiferin from its Leaf Extract", Volume 3 Issue 6, June 2014, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1992-1994, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=02014669, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/02014669