A review on Gymnosporia rothiana of its botanical, ecological, and medicinal significance
1 Department of Pharmaceutics, Shraddha Institute of Pharmacy, Washim, Maharashtra, India.
2 Department of Pharmacology, Shraddha Institute of Pharmacy, Washim, Maharashtra, India.
Review Article
GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2024, 27(02), 230–237.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscbps.2024.27.2.0180
Publication history:
Received on 06 April 2024 revised on 14 May 2024; accepted on 17 May 2024
Abstract:
Gymnosporia rothiana, also known as "Konkan Katai" or "Roth's Spike Thorn," is a rare and endangered plant species in Maharashtra, India. Its botanical description includes thorny branches, elliptical leaves, and small white flowers. Ecologically, it supports habitat formation, erosion control, and biodiversity. Traditional healers use Gymnosporia rothiana for its anti-inflammatory, digestive, and febrifuge properties, highlighting its cultural significance in indigenous medicine. Gymnosporia rothiana, a valuable botanical resource with ecological, cultural, and medicinal importance, can be harnessed for human health and biodiversity conservation in Maharashtra, India, through research, conservation efforts, and advancements in phytochemical analysis, pharmacological studies, and clinical trials.In the rough and tumble of Maharashtra, India, Gymnosporia rothiana, also called "Konkan Katai" or "Roth's Spike Thorn," is a botanical gem. This essay provides a thorough analysis of Gymnosporia rothiana, including its ecological importance, traditional therapeutic use, intricate botanical details, and potential directions for further study and preservantion. The botanical description clarifies Gymnosporia rothiana's remarkable characteristics, which include its exquisite white blooms, elliptical leaves, and thorny branches. In terms of ecology, this plant is a cornerstone in its natural environments, helping to maintain soil stability, reduce erosion, and enhance biodiversity in the arid conditions of rocky plateaus and scrub woods.
Gymnosporia rothiana is highly respected in traditional medicine, where it has been used for centuries by healers to treat a wide range of conditions. Gymnosporia rothiana represents a complex tapestry of medical history profoundly embedded in Maharashtra's cultural past, from its supposed anti-inflammatory and digestive capabilities to its function infever control and woundhealing. In the future, there may be more opportunities to explore the pharmacological potential and complex biochemistry of Gymnosporia rothiana. Through phytochemical analysis, pharmacological investigations, and clinical trials, scientists want to uncover the medicinal benefits concealed in this remarkable plant, therefore facilitating the development of evidence-based herbal remedies and environmentally sound conservation tactics.
Keywords:
Gymnosporia rothiana; Konkan Katai; Roth's Spike; Botanical; Plant; Anti-inflammatory; Gymnosporia rothiana; Ethnobotany; Nutritional value; Climate change resilience; Indigenous knowledge; Socioeconomic impacts; Conservation; Global collaboration
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