EXPLORING THE LITERATURE ON PROSOPIS CINERARIA LINN. FOR ITS THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL AND SAFETY: A REVIEW

Abstract

Prosopis cineraria (L.) Druce. (Family Leguminosae, subfamily Mimosoideae), is locally known as Ghaf. The plant effects socially, ethnologically, traditionally and remedially in the life of the people. The proposition is to summarize the current studies on up-to-date and comprehensive information, highlighting bioactive potential of the plant. The review aimed to revise the information available regarding the therapeutic activities published in scientific journals and to provide a comprehensive tabulated data in such a way that it is useful for academic researcher. This paper includes a synthesis of information, the use of indigenous, traditional and scientific knowledge accumulated in the past years leading to therapeutic potential of the plant. A through scientific search of P. cineraria (L.) was carried out on phytochemical constituents viz. leaf, stem, pod, bark, and their pharmacological data and safety. The review is helpful in utilizing abridged scientific knowledge of the P. cineraria (L.), identifying gaps in, and future possibilities to work with.