Morphology, phytochemistry and pharmacological aspects of Carica papaya, an review
1 IBSS’s Dr. Rajendra Gode Institute of Pharmacy, Mardi Road, Amravati-444 602, MS, India
2 IBSS’s Dr. Rajendra Gode College of Pharmacy, Mardi Road, Amravati-444 602, MS, India
Review Article
GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021, 14(03), 234-248.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscbps.2021.14.3.0073
Publication history:
Received on 04 February 2021; revised on 10 March 2021; accepted on 12 March 2021
Abstract:
Present review focuses on theMorphology, phytochemistry and pharmacological aspects of Carica papaya (Linn). The plant is well known to us since ancient time. The plants are traditionally used to treat several conditions such as stomach disorders, diarrhea, skin diseases, male contraceptives, and home remedies for colds. Phytochemically, the whole plant contains lycopene, carotenoids, alkaloids, monoterpenoids, flavonoids, mineral, vitamins enzyme papain. This nutritious fruits feed the body and immune system. Various medicinal properties attributed to the plant and parts thereof includes antibacterial, anticancer, insecticidal, wound healing etc.
Keywords:
Carica Papaya, Phytochemistry, Phytoconstituents, Pharmacological Activities
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