Woodfordia fruticosa (L.) Kurz: Integrating Phytochemistry, Novel Bioactivities and Sustainable Utilization Strategies

W. fruticosa categorized from family "Lythraceae" and it is also known as "Fire-flame bush" and it grow in tropical and subtropical regions. It occurs in Africa, Middle East and Asia. According to WHO reports that more than 80% of rural areas use medicinal plant to meet their healthcare needs. It plays vital role in ayurvedic medicine because they are used to make herbal medicine like arishta and asava. Researchers found that plant contains many natural phytochemicals such as tannins, terpenes, phenolic acid and flavonoid. The morphology, phytochemistry, novel bioactivities, clinical studies of W. fruticosa are deeply reviewed in this article. Google Scholar, Pub Chem, Chem Draw or Research Gate are the scientific research databases has been used for gathering information for this article. Its Phytochemicals are responsible several bioactivities like antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidants, wound healing, antiulcer, antifertility and antiatherosclerosis activity. Some clinical studies are done to determine its effects on teeth and also determines mouthwashes of W. fruticosa leaves to treat chronic periodontitis. This plant is rare and highly popular so its use must be controlled to prevent overexploitation. Tissue culture, genetic research-controlled cultivation and scientific methods used to ensure availability and efficacy. By using these methods, the plant is able to grow more consistently and produces more beneficial ingredients.