0000021985 00000 n D. Publisher Dorling Kindersley, London. Capsicum annuum and Capsicum frutescens contained a wide range of nutritional components and pharmacologically active metabolites. These plants included:. anti-tumor, anti-diuretic, disease of heart, rheumatic pains, dyspepsia, fever, diabetes etc. Qanun-fil-tibb, Magzanul mufradat, Bisthanul mufradat, etc. medicinally taken as a stomachic, for indigestion, stomach-ache and diarrhoea, and it also used as an emetic, as an expectorant. The previous studies showed that a wide range of medicinal plants exerted many effects on reproductive systems function. The development of the stones is related to decreased urine volume or increased excretion of stone-forming components such as calcium, oxalate, urate, cystine, xanthine, and phosphate. ?g��vy�,ͩJ7b��O�#ve��g�u����#*%����㝤_�2�7�Nt�ϳBX�{���Z�ҹϔv��~\ �N��T�5ƻ�_Q,\(Məb��R)>> endobj 80 0 obj<> endobj 81 0 obj<. Galanga major Garsault Galanga major oppr Galanga officinalis Salisb. Languas galanga (L.) Stuntz Languas pyramidata (Blume) Merr. Twelve compounds have been characterized by GC and GC/MS in oil obtained from the rhizome and leaves of Alpinia galanga Willd. 0000003712 00000 n The complete plant will be broadly investigated for further future prospective. It is used traditionally for the treatment of eczema, bronchitis, coryza, morbili, pityriasis versicolor, otitis interna, gastritis, ulcers, cholera, emaciation and to clean the mouth, stimulates the digestive power, appetite and as a purgative. INTRODUCTION Urolithiasis is a process of forming stones in the kidney, bladder, and/or urethra (urinary tract). It has been found to possess various therapeutic activities, viz. 0000001682 00000 n The different parts of the plant possessed many pharmacological effects including antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiprotozoal, immunomodulatory, anti-oxidant effects, antidiabetic, antiplatelet, hypolipidemic and many other pharmacological effects. is one amongst these, found all over the world. Alpinia galanga (Linn.) 0000000811 00000 n Title Encyclopaedia of Herbs and their Uses. Rhizome extract of Alpinia galanga have high phenolic and flavonoid contents when compared to leaf extract. %%EOF The antioxidant level of the spleen cells a, free radical scavenging ability as well as the, to the diabetic control. The greater galangal stands over 6 feet in height. Overview Information Alpinia is a plant that is related to ginger. chân bâu (Combretum quadrangulare), khô sâm bāc (Sophora flavescens), by lá môt hoa (Paris polyphylla), cao luong khuong (Alpinia galanga), hāc huong (Pogostemon cablin), màn kinh tu(Vitex trifolia), thach hôc (Dendrobium nobile). order to utilize the maximum benefit of this herb. Allelopathic potential was determined with radish seed bioassay. 73 25 is one amongst these, found all over the world. antimicrobial activities against bacteria, fungi, fungi resist the common antifungal products like, significant antifungal activity against, Immunomodulatory and Anti-oxidant Effects. Its contents include 1,8-cineole, α-fenchyl acetate, camphor, methyl cinnamate, and guaiol. The rhizome of Alpinia sp. (1976). a spice or as a source of essential oil. addition to that Siddha materia medica, Ayurveda pharmacopoeia Present study evaluated the hypolipidemic action of the ethanolic extract of these plantsin vivo. Alpinia galanga contained many flavonoids and a wide range of volatile oils. Aqueous extracts of cinchona, rosemary, marjoram, balm leaf and sumac gave the best inhibitory activity against the all used bacteria. Previous studies showed that medicinal plants exerted a wide range of antifungal activity. 0000002771 00000 n The antioxidant activities were determined using the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) methods. _�5k�I��G�돉� VO���`�!|�T�� ����riS�;0�����dK������h��BO� H9lr, �G�ꦨc|/�*��`S�/��a}Q R��' �h6��0Ue!�4D�-�M��O8{*���?���{t�di��D�Bp(]j����u�ON4�*����aJЃ�؈%�:&�"(j@(-{*�����r��Ӏ�'Qa���Cܠ״*'�@�DZ`3���h����Z��o�c�P˲�&�c���/5Z\La6���Ȍ����%1�st��G4��Z�^� The aim of this study is traditional systems of medicine especially in Unani medicine. Zingiberaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. This treatment did not affect the number of micronucleated polychromatic erythrocytes (PCE) in bone marrow cells, alter the protein and nucleic acid contents in liver and testes, or cause mitodepression of bone marrow. Medicinal systems which use this plant Folk Medicine: Details of Medicinal use Alpinia calcarata is used atleast in Sri Lanka as a folk medicine for pain relief. various diseases through many research studies. D. Publisher Dorling Kindersley, London. stimulatory effect than the flavonoid fraction. Heritiera alba Retz. They are used in the preparation of gargles and administered with honey in cough and chest afflictions. Alpinia galanga (Linn.) 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Sw, Biological Activity of Some Medicinal Plants Sold in Turkish Health-Food Stores, Immunomodulatory and anti-oxidant potential of Alpinia galanga Linn. This review will discuss the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Centaurea cyanus. Inspite of tremendous development in the field of allopathy during the 20th century, plants still remain one of the major sources of drug in the modern as well as traditional system of medicine throughout the world. The rhizome of bothAlpinia galanga andKaempferia galanga are widely used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine in the treatment of various inflammatory diseases, diabetes mellitus and obesity. Alpinia galanga Willd. Easy availability and low cost has enabled more people to benefit from this dynamic plant. Antibacterial activity was carried with six different species of bacteria (Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis) by using disc diffusion method. Acetone, MeOH, and water extracts of 90 natural medicines used in Vietnam were tested for their trypanocidal activity against epimastigotes of Trypanosoma cruzi, the causative agent of Chagas' disease. Hellenia alba (Retz.) Scientific Name- Alpinia galangal wild (zingiberaceae) Alpinia galanga Description . The recent studies showed that the plant exerted a wide range of pharmacological activities. The underground stem (rhizome) is used to make medicine. rhizomes, Hypolipidemic effect ofAlpinia galanga (Rasna) andKaempferia galanga (Kachoori), Effect of Alpinia galanga Treatment on Cytological and Biochemical Changes Induced by Cyclophosphamide in Mice, Antibacterial activity of plants belonging to Zingiberaceae family, Screening of natural medicines used in Vietnam for trypanocidal activity against epimastigotes of Trypanosoma cruzi, Antibacterial properties of volatile principles from Alpinia galanga and Acorus calamus, The Essential Oil of Alpinia galanga Willd. This review highlight the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Chrozophora tinctoria. many places of authentic Unani classical text books such as Al The ethanolic extract of galangal was also advantageous as an antioxidant in food due to its mild odor compared with the essential oil. (FamilyZingiberaceae) commonly known as galangal, is an important cultivated medicinal crop of India. galanga effectively lowered the serum and tissue levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, phospholipids and significantly increased the serum levels of high density lipoproteins(HDL) in high cholesterol fed white wistar rats over a period of 4 weeks. pharmacological activities such as antitumorgenic, antioxidant, Modern research has proved … Medicinal Rating: Other Uses Rating: Habit: Perennial: Height: 1.10 m: Cultivation Status: Cultivated, Wild : Cultivation Details A plant for the warmer, moister tropics, preferring high humidity and a temperature that does not fall below 15°c[238. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region ]. and many other traditional books have also mentioned its actions Greater galangal (alpinia galanga), on the other hand, is native to Indonesia. It is used as a flavouring for rice. The current review add significant information about its, pharmacological activities, medicinal properties and phytochemical investigations as a traditional drug to cure for a number of diseases. Further, there are hundreds of authentic scientific Plants generally produce many secondary metabolites which are bio-synthetically derived from primary metabolites and constitute an important source of many pharmaceutical drugs. Table of Contents [ hide] 1 Scientific classification It is commonly used for the management of eczema, coryza, bronchitis, otitis interna, gastritis, ulcers, morbilli and cholera, pityriasis versicolor, to clear the mouth, emaciation. In addition to the phenolic compounds, 1ácetoxycavichol acetate (ACA) could play an important role in the antioxidant activity of galangal. such as expectorant, nerve stimulant, digestive, appetizer, trailer Alpinia galanga (Linn.) Studies have been conducted widely using the rhizomes, leaves, flowers, pseudostems and seeds apparently to explore its potential. Clinical uses of Alpinia galanga . Amomum galanga (L.) Lour. Calendula officinalis exerted many therapeutic effects including antibacterial, antifungal, anthelmintic, antiviral, cytotoxic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective , gastroprotective, wound healing and many other effects. galanga andK. Alpinia galanga plant is used in medicine and in food preparation. Alpinia galanga; ... herb for medical purposes [38]. Both species exerted a wide range of pharmacological activities. Stimulant and carminative. A REVIEW ON PHYTOPHARMACOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF ALPINIA GALANGA, Alpinia galanga Willd.- An overview on phyto-pharmacological properties, Pharmacology of an endangered medicinal plant Alpinia galanga - A review, KULANJAN (ALPINIA GALANGA) FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF UNANI MEDICINE. Both types of galangal are noticeably more dense than ginger. Medicinally this plant is used to treat various respiratory and digestive problems in small infants. The chemical constituents and pharmacological activities of Celosia cristata were presented in this review. 0000010706 00000 n The results are indicative of these plants in various lipid disorders especially atherosclerosis. Publication Author Bown. In traditional Chinese medicine, galangal root is regarded as a warming herb that can be used for stomach pain, vomiting, hiccups, and diarrhea. Therefore, randomized controlled clinical 0000001406 00000 n The major compound is myrcene (94.51%, rhizome; 52.34%, leaves). including antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral. The IC 50 values of the galangal ethanolic extract (10.66 mg/ml), water extract (55.48 mg/ml) and essential oil (455.43 mg/ml) were higher than those of α-tocopherol (1.45 mg/ml) and butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA; 0.41 mg/ml). It is commonly known as ‘Kulanjan’. The results indicated that the antioxidant activities of galangal extracts were lower than that of BHA, the commercial synthetic antioxidant generally used in food. oil of greater galanga (Alpinia galanga) from, cineoles in the Rhizomes of Alpinia g alanga. 0000028475 00000 n P Alpinia galanga (Zingiberaceae) Chemical Part All parts ... Low PM High StdDev Reference (+)-PINENE Rhizome Essent. antidiabetic, antiplatelet, hypo lipidemic, anti -oxidant antipyretic The roots are harvested when 4 - 6 years old and can be used fresh or dried[238. Alpinia galanga is one of four plants known as “Galangal” and is differentiated from the others with the common names blue ginger, lengkuas, and greater galangal. These plants included: Date palm. of Zingiberaceae family is one amongst those medicinally important plants. the researchers for further studies. The present review will highlight the chemical constituents and the pharmacological and therapeutic effects of Alpinia galangal. It has been found to possess various therapeutic activities, viz. Know more about natural remedies for fever. The rhizome is chewed and ingested. xref A large number of flavonoid phytochemical compounds have been identified in various parts of this medicinal herb. Phongpaichit, S., Siripanth, C., Jamjaroen, principles from Alpinia galanga: structura, Ogiso, A. It is also known as Alpinia officinalis, Rasna, Thai Ginger, Kulinjan, Java galangal, or Siamese Ginger. When used against hiccups it is often combined with poor man’s ginseng (Codonopsis pilosula) and the fungi fu-ling (Chinese) also known as Indian bread (Wolfiporia extensa). Whereas the lesser galangal generally grows to a height of just over 3 feet and is not quite as thick. Il a un goût piquant et poivré, légèrement citronné. Chemical analysis of Chrozophora tinctoria showed that it contained dye substances, flavonoids, alkaloids, oils, diterpenoids, xanthones, coumarins, chromones, diterpenoids, and phenylpropanoid glycosides. 0000005076 00000 n By using different methods, active constituent namely, 1'-acetochavicol acetate in hexane extract of Alpinia galanga rhizome was investigated for their corrosion inhibition properties. 0000006595 00000 n It is especially useful in flatulence, dyspepsia, vomiting and sickness at stomach, being recommended as a remedy for seasickness as recommended by Indian Ayurveda. Two new skeleton diterpenes(galanal A and B) and a new labdane type diterpene were isolated from the seeds of Alpinia galanga WILD. 0000009449 00000 n Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources. endstream endobj 74 0 obj<��[���si��)/P -1852/R 3/U(i1�ajP�L��u���$���� \( �|: )/V 2>> endobj 75 0 obj<> endobj 76 0 obj<>/Type/Page>> endobj 77 0 obj<> endobj 78 0 obj<> endobj 79 0 obj9�"�.���G�7F�|TA�$! 1983. Proceedings of the 59th Annual Session 232. The present review will highlight the chemical constituents and the pharmacological and therapeutic effects of Alpinia galangal. 400 mg/kg bw in diabetic, A significant analgesic effect in for, oil-induced granuloma pouch model in rats, and anti-oxidant potential of Alpinia galanga. (Family- Zingiberaceae) commonly known as galangal, is an important cultivated medicinal crop of India. Alpinia galanga Willd. Cinchona, rosemary, sumac and wormwood showed a broad-spectrum activity against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. articles which have scientifically proved its beneficial actions in Alpinia galanga from the family Zingiberaceae has been widely used decades ago and is still used for traditional and medicinal purposes. Galangal extracted using 50% ethanol in water was studied for its antioxidant activity and composition in comparison with two other samples based on a water extract and the essential oil. Tout comme le grand galanga (Alpinia galanga), le rhizome du petit galanga est très aromatique et s'utilise en cuisine comme le gingembre pour aromatiser les plats. The chloroplast genome of a non-model plant provides valuable information for species identification and phylogenetic analysis. In Meyler's Side Effects of Drugs (Sixteenth Edition), 2016. sinusitis, infections etc. For culinary use, the rhizome is typically cut up into small pieces, thin-sliced, pounded into a paste, or dried and powdered for inclusion as a flavoring in a variety of food dishes such as soups and curries. Strong trypanocidal activity was found in the acetone extracts of 7 natural medicines, i.e. Publication Author Bown. Tarragon, wormwood and cinchona exhibited the most and olibanum exhibited the least allelopathic potential than other extracts. Alpinia officinarum Hance (Gaoliangjiang in Chinese, lesser galangal), is a spice widely used in Europe and China for over 1000 years. 0000001208 00000 n 0000001344 00000 n to gather relevant data regarding Kulanjan in order to give, Join ResearchGate to discover and stay up-to-date with the latest research from leading experts in, Access scientific knowledge from anywhere. 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