A Comprehensive Review of Phytochemical Profile and Pharmacological Attributes of Epiphyllum Oxypetalum

Epiphyllum Oxypetalum belongs to the cactus family. It is a type of night blooming cereus that has various traditional therapeutic applications. The purpose of this review was to give an outline of the plant's pharmacological potential. The herb has long been used to treat several conditions such as coughs, uterine bleeding, shortness of breath, blood clots, discomfort, and bloody phlegm. This plant has few recognised pharmacological effects, including as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-cancer action. The plant contains a variety of chemicals including glycosides, saponins, steroids, phenols, proteins, resins, tannins, and terpenoids. The current review discusses the most recent advances in pharmacognosy, as well as the various applications of this plant in experimental investigations conducted on Epiphyllum Oxypetalum. This review will help to raise awareness of the lesser-known and less-documented aspects of Epiphyllum Oxypetalum research. With this information, new formulations can be developed or existing ones enhanced to provide more nutritional or medicinal benefits.