A review on Pentapetes phoenicea (dupurmoni): Chemical constituents, pharmacological activities and toxicology study

Abstract

Technological advancements are bringing attention to herbs used in ethnopharmaceuticals, sparking interest in plants with medicinal properties. Pentapetes phoenicea has been traditionally used for treating conditions like swelling, inflamed glands and snake bite. Some of its phyto-constituents that possess anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, mucilaginous, anti-inflammatory, and thermogenic qualities are flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins and steroids. P. phoenicea is a relatively less familiar plant that has yet to gain significant recognition in therapeutic applications. Only a few studies have explored its pharmacological activities, leaving researchers with limited empirical knowledge about its potential health benefits. Despite this, the plant possesses several promising constituents for inducing various healing effects. This review aims to present a comprehensive overview of P. phoenicea, encompassing its botanical description, traditional uses, chemical composition, and pharmacological properties. This work compiles existing data obtained through an extensive literature review of peer-reviewed journals from reputable scientific sources, aiming to serve as a valuable resource for guiding future research on the plant’s therapeutic potential in advancing human health.