Chaudhari Varushali Yashwant,
Sunil. A. Patil,
Sulbha. A. Patil,
S. P. Pawar,
- Student, Department of Pharmacy, P.S.G.V.P Mandal’s College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra, India
- Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, P.S.G.V.P Mandal’s College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra, India
- Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, P.S.G.V.P Mandal’s College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra, India
- Principal, P.S.G.V.P Mandal’s College of Pharmacy, Shahada, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, commonly called Parijat or Night-Flowering Jasmine, is a medicinal shrub with significant therapeutic value. This article provides a detailed examination of the plant’s pharmacological effects, traditional applications, phytochemical composition, and botanical features, along with its potential for therapeutic use. Known for its longstanding role in Ayurvedic and other traditional medical practices, Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has been traditionally used to treat a wide range of ailments, with recent studies confirming their efficacy. Research highlights its diverse biological effects, including hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. The purpose of this review is to evaluate the existing studies on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, emphasizing its importance to modern medicine and suggesting areas for future research. Also known as Harsinghar or Parijata in India, Nyctanthes arbor-tristis (NAT) is a key medicinal plant used to treat various infectious and non-infectious diseases within Ayurvedic, Siddha, and Unani systems. The plant displays a range of pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant, antidiabetic, hepatoprotective, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anthelmintic, antileishmanial, antipyretic, anti-allergic, antiviral, and CNS depressant effects. Each part of the plant holds medicinal value, with phytochemical components, such as flavonoids, tannins, saponins, glycosides, alkaloids, steroids, and phenolic compounds supporting these effects. Given that synthetic treatments can be expensive and often have adverse side effects, herbal alternatives, like NAT, provide a safer, more cost-effective option. This study focuses on the plant’s medicinal applications, propagation methods, and cultivation practices, underscoring its relevance and potential in future therapeutic development. Furthermore, the integration of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis into contemporary pharmaceutical formulations could enhance the efficacy and safety of therapeutic interventions. Its adaptability to diverse climatic conditions and ease of cultivation make it a sustainable resource for large-scale medicinal use. Continued research may unlock novel bioactive compounds with promising clinical applications.
Keywords: Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, Natural Remedy, Supercritical Fluid Extraction, Hepatoprotective, Antioxidant Benefit.
[This article belongs to Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy ]
Chaudhari Varushali Yashwant, Sunil. A. Patil, Sulbha. A. Patil, S. P. Pawar. A Review of Brief Study on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis. Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy. 2025; 12(02):24-30.
Chaudhari Varushali Yashwant, Sunil. A. Patil, Sulbha. A. Patil, S. P. Pawar. A Review of Brief Study on Nyctanthes arbor-tristis. Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy. 2025; 12(02):24-30. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjoasyn/article=2025/view=213317
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| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 02 |
| Received | 30/04/2025 |
| Accepted | 10/05/2025 |
| Published | 14/05/2025 |
| Publication Time | 14 Days |
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