A Comprehensive Review on The Phytochemical Profile, Ethnobotanical Uses and Pharmacological Activities of Cuscuta Reflexa Roxb.: An Asiatic Parasitic Vine

Yıl 2025, Cilt: 50 Sayı: 2, 447 - 480, 26.08.2025

Rosy Ahmed Akramul Ansary Abhilash Bharadwaj Koushik Nandan Dutta , Bhargab Jyoti Sahariah , Nilutpal Sharma Bora

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Cuscuta reflexa Roxb., commonly called dodder, represents a distinctive parasitic plant within the Convolvulaceae family, notable for its remarkable absence of roots and leaves. Beyond its botanical peculiarities, Cuscuta reflexa holds significant medicinal value, featuring prominently in numerous therapeutic formulations esteemed for their efficacy in addressing a diverse spectrum of ailments, including migraines, headaches, constipation, chronic catarrh, epilepsy, prolonged fever, amnesia, and itching, among others. This review endeavors to present a comprehensive synthesis of the botanical, taxonomical, pharmacological, and phytochemical attributes of Cuscuta reflexa. Employing a meticulous literature survey encompassing research articles published between 2010 and 2024, sourced from electronic databases the medicinal potential of Cuscuta reflexa emerges as multifaceted. Approximately 25 bioactive compounds have been identified and isolated from various anatomical components of the plant, showcasing significant pharmacological promise. However, despite the promising findings, a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic mechanisms underlying Cuscuta reflexa's medicinal attributes necessitates further in vivo pharmacological and toxicological investigations. These endeavors are indispensable for unlocking the full therapeutic potential of the plant and its isolated chemical constituents, facilitating their integration into mainstream clinical practice. The imperative for sustained research and inquiry into Cuscuta reflexa's medicinal properties is underscored, emphasizing the need for continued exploration to realize its therapeutic promise fully. By delving deeper into the intricacies of its pharmacological profile, we can aspire to leverage Cuscuta reflexa's medicinal virtues more effectively, thereby advancing the frontiers of medical science and enhancing healthcare outcomes for diverse populations.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Cuscuta reflexa , Dodder , Ethnobotany , Phytochemistry , Pharmacological

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