Plants, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(24), P. 3516 - 3516

Published: Dec. 16, 2024

Ocimum sanctum Linn (O. L.), commonly known as Holy Basil or Tulsi, is a fragrant herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. This widely cultivated and found in north-central parts of India, several Arab countries, West Africa tropical regions Eastern World. Tulsi be an adaptogen, aiding body adapting stress by harmonizing various bodily systems. Revered Ayurveda “Elixir Life”, believed enhance lifespan foster longevity. Eugenol, active ingredient present l-hydroxy-2-methoxy-4-allylbenzene compound with diverse therapeutic applications. As concerns over adverse effects conventional antibacterial agents continue grow, alternative therapies have gained prominence. Essential oils (EOs) containing antioxidants long history utilization traditional medicine increasing popularity time. Numerous vitro, vivo clinical studies provided compelling evidence supporting safety efficacy antioxidant EOs derived from medicinal plants for promoting health. comprehensive review aims highlight scientific knowledge regarding properties O. sanctum, focusing on its antibacterial, anti-diabetic, anti-carcinogenic, radioprotective, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, neurogenesis, anti-depressant other beneficial characteristics. Also, extracts L. ability reduce chronic inflammation linked neurological disorders such Parkinson’s Alzheimer’s disease. The information presented this shed light multifaceted potential derivatives maintaining may pave way development novel interventions natural remedies that harness immense combating health conditions, while also providing valuable insights further research exploration field.

Language: Английский