THERAPEUTIC USES OF KHEJRI (PROSOPIS CINERARIA): A REVIEW ARTICLE
Dr. Manisha* and Dr. Naresh Kumar Garg
ABSTRACT
Prosopis cineraria (L.) Druce. (Family Leguminosae, subfamily Mimosoideae), is locally known as Ghaf. The plant effects socially, ethnologically, traditionally and remedially in the life of the people. The proposition is to summarize the current studies on up-to-date and comprehensive information, highlighting bioactive potential of the plant. The review aimed to revise the information available regarding the therapeutic activities published in scientific journals and to provide a comprehensive tabulated data in such a way that it is useful for academic researcher. A through scientific search of P. cineraria (L.) was carried out on phytochemical constituent’s viz. leaf, stem, pod, bark, and their pharmacological data and safety. The review is helpful in utilizing abridged scientific knowledge of the P. cineraria (L.), identifying gaps in, and future possibilities to work with.
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