Therapeutic potential of Vitex negundo: Bioactive compounds and their role in disease
Natural goods are full of bioactive compounds that target the intricate structure of proteins that are associated with a lot of different diseases. The plant Vitex negundo (VN), often called the "chaste tree," is very important in ethnobotany since it has several medicinal uses. Varied kinds of Vitex have varied chemical structures, which leads to the creation of a wide spectrum of phytochemicals. The leaves, seeds and roots have been used to make unstable oils, flavonoids, aromatic linens, iridoids, terpenes, and steroids. Studies on these substances reveal that they can benefit in many ways, such as by lowering inflammation, fighting cancer, diabetes, and bacteria, and guarding against harm from oxidative stress. VN is mainly recognized for its influence on diverse cell processes, such as apoptosis, cellular cycle law, sperm motility, and menstrual cycle management. Recently, there was a growing global emphasis on plant research, leading to a tremendous accumulation of evidence highlighting the full-size potential of medicinal flowers utilized in various traditional structures. In recent years, researchers have focused on figuring out and validating plant-derived substances for the remedy of a range of diseases. It has additionally been installed that distinctive elements of plant life, such as leaves, end results, and seeds, make a beneficial contribution of health- and nutrition-promoting compounds to the human weight-reduction plan. Vitex negundo Linn, an Indian plant, is understood for its large conventional applications in treating diverse illnesses.
Authors
- Bhavtosh Sharma
- Vani Kapse
- Pratibha Sahu
- Archana Tamrakar
- Niharika Dewangan
- Bhavna Yadav
- Seema Verma
Institutions
- Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University (IN)
- Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Environment Conservation Journal
- Published
- 2025-11-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.36953/ecj.35493200
- Primary Topic
- Phytochemistry and Biological Activities
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00