Research progress on chemical constituents, pharmacological effects and clinical applications of Saraca asoca （Roxb.） Willd

doi:10.14088/j.cnki.issn0439-8114.2023.06.016

Abstract

Abstract: Saraca asoca （Roxb.） Willd is mainly distributed in the tropical regions of Asia, it has been regarded as a universal panacea in India and is an important medicinal plant resource. This paper reviewed the chemical constituents, pharmacological effects, clinical application, development of related clinical therapeutic preparations, authenticity identification and other aspects of Saraca asoca （Roxb.） Willd, in order to provide references for the development and utilization of medicinal plants in Saraca, especially Saraca dives Pierre mainly distributed in China.

Key words: Saraca asoca （Roxb.） Willd, chemical component, pharmacological effects, clinical application

CLC Number:

S685.99

CHEN Liu-yan, HUANG Qiu-mei, LAN Ting-ting, LI Bin, LI Yong-hua, RU Mei. Research progress on chemical constituents, pharmacological effects and clinical applications of Saraca asoca （Roxb.） Willd[J]. HUBEI AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES, 2023, 62(6): 86-93.

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