Author(s):
Vaishali Punjahari Argade, Vilas Bhausaheb Ghawate
Email(s):
vaishaliargade1992@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2231-5691.2026.00042 
Address:
Vaishali Punjahari Argade1*, Vilas Bhausaheb Ghawate2
Department of Pharmacognosy, Mula Education Society’s College of Pharmacy, Sonai, Ahilyanagar A/P-Sonai, Tal-Newasa, Dist- Ahilyanagar, Pin-414105.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 16,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Launaea sarmentosa (Asteraceae) is a renowned and valuable herb, recognized in traditional and ethnobotanical practices. This plant has been traditionally used since ancient times by the tribal communities of the Western Ghats for its medicinal properties. It has been valued as a natural remedy for jaundice, a diuretic, a blood purifier, and for its ability to protect liver health. This review presents current insights into the phytochemical composition and pharmacological activities of Launaea sarmentosa. Numerous phytochemicals have been identified from the plant, exhibiting diverse biological activities, including antidiabetic, antioxidant, antibacterial, thrombolytic, membrane-stabilizing, anthelmintic, cytotoxic, antipyretic, hepatoprotective, antifungal, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory effects. Extensive research over recent decades has elucidated the biological activities and pharmacological effects of its extracts. Chemical constituents isolated from Launaea sarmentosa include alkaloids, amino acids, triterpenoids, flavonoids, saponins, proteins, tannins, phenolic compounds, phytosterols, carbohydrates, and steroids. These findings unequivocally demonstrate that this plant contains potent phytochemicals with a variety of therapeutic applications.
Cite this article:
Vaishali Punjahari Argade, Vilas Bhausaheb Ghawate. Unlocking the Potential of Launaea sarmentosa: A Short Review. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2026; 16(3):285-8. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2026.00042
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Vaishali Punjahari Argade, Vilas Bhausaheb Ghawate. Unlocking the Potential of Launaea sarmentosa: A Short Review. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2026; 16(3):285-8. doi: 10.52711/2231-5691.2026.00042 Available on: https://www.asianjpr.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-16-3-10
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