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VOL. 6, ISSUE 3 (2024)

Pharmacological activity of Feronia limonia (Kothambari)

Authors

Anita Jain, Manjit Singh

Abstract

This study is a small attempt to study the geographical distribution, morphology and Pharmacological activity of an under rated plant Feronia limonia. (Kothambari)

Feronia limonia, commonly known as the wood apple, elephant apple, or curd fruit, is a traditional plant recognized for its multifaceted medicinal properties. Originating from the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, it has been utilized in various systems of traditional medicine, including Ayurveda and Unani. The fruit, leaves, bark, and roots of Feronia limonia all contribute to its ethno-medicinal profile. Various reports have proved that the Plant and its different parts has Anti-microbial, Anti-diabetic, Diuretic, Anti-tumor Muscle Relaxant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-histaminic, Anti-spermatogenic, Hepatoprotective, Analgesic, Wound Healing abilities. Tribals of Rajasthan Specially the Bhil Tribe uses it for medicine, ethnofood, ethno fodder and also for material culture. In nutshell, the Feronia limonia (Kothambari) is not a tree for the tribals but is a way of living their life as each and every part of this tree is useful in all aspects of tribal life.

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Pages:72-74

How to cite this article:

Anita Jain, Manjit Singh "Pharmacological activity of <i>Feronia limonia </i>(Kothambari)". International Journal of Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 3, 2024, Pages 72-74

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