Reviews: 2010 Vol: 2 Issue: 2
Review on chemistry and pharmacology of Murraya koenigii Spreng (Rutaceae)
Abstract
Murraya koenigii Spreng (Rutaceae), a medicinally important herb of Indian origin, has been used for centuries in the Ayurvedic System of Medicine. The leaves, bark and the roots of the plant are used in indigenous medicine as tonic, stomachic, stimulant and carminative. An infusion of the roasted leaves is used to prevent vomiting. The green tender leaves are eaten raw for the cure of dysentery. The juice of the root is taken to relieve pain associated with kidney ailments. The aim of the present review is to summarize the research related to the chemistry and pharmacology of this popular Indian Species.