AN IN-DEPTH REVIEW OF HYGROPHILA AURICULATA (SCHUMACH.) HEINE

Authors

  • Shilpa. L. S Research Scholar
  • Manonmani. R Assistant professor
  • Haripriya. B Research Scholar
  • Praveena Anitta. A Research Scholar

Keywords:

Hygrophila auriculata, Phytochemicals, Pharmacological properties, Nephroprotective effects, Green nanotechnology

Abstract

Hygrophila auriculata (Schumach.) Heine., a medicinal herb widely used in Ayurveda and folk medicine, has garnered attention for its diverse pharmacological properties. Native to the Indian subcontinent, this plant is traditionally used to treat jaundice, inflammation, diabetes and kidney disorders. Rich in phytochemicals such as flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, terpenoids and phenolics, it exhibits a broad spectrum of biological activities. This review critically evaluates the phytoconstituents and pharmacological effects of H. auriculata, highlighting antioxidant, antimicrobial, antihyperglycemic, nephroprotective and anticancer properties, as well as its emerging role in green nanotechnology. Gaps in current research and future directions for therapeutic exploitation are also discussed.

Author Biographies

Shilpa. L. S, Research Scholar

PG & Research Department Of Botany, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Affiliated To Bharathidasan University, Trichy-620002, Tamil Nadu, India

Manonmani. R, Assistant professor

PG & Research Department Of Botany, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Affiliated To Bharathidasan University, Trichy-620002, Tamil Nadu, India

Haripriya. B, Research Scholar

PG & Research Department Of Botany, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Affiliated To Bharathidasan University, Trichy-620002, Tamil Nadu, India

Praveena Anitta. A, Research Scholar

PG & Research Department Of Botany, Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Affiliated To Bharathidasan University, Trichy-620002, Tamil Nadu, India

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Published

2026-01-10

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 03 (2024): March

Section

Articles