Biological Properties of (Gillies & Hook.) Tronc. (Verbenaceae)

Overview

Journal Evid Based Complement Alternat Med

Specialty Rehabilitation Medicine

Date 2022 Jan 31

PMID 35096101

Authors

Maryelen Alijar Souza

Fernanda Petry

Leticia Vidor Morgan

Jacir Dal Magro

Liz G Muller

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Abstract

is a plant native to America, with applications in folk medicine for a wide range of diseases, such as bronchial infections, lung disorders, nervous system disorders (depression, anxiety), and inflammatory processes, among others. However, investigations about this species and its biological actions are still scarce. This literature review was carried out using articles published in the past 30 years on the PubMed, SciELO, and Web of Science platforms, with the focus on the method of extraction, chemical composition, and clinical and preclinical studies on the pharmacological properties of . We noticed that the main constituents of are guaiol, pinocamphone, -pinene, and 1,8-cineole. Additionally, preclinical studies reveal that extracts present antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, antibacterial, antifungal, and virucidal effects. The results also demonstrate that there is a greater interest on the part of researchers from 2012 onwards in studying extracts with potential for possible new drugs.

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