PHYTOCHEMICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL PROFILING OF PLANTS FROM ASTERACEAE FAMILY: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Punit Kumar Pandey*, Ravi Kant Kushwaha, Amit Verma and Saumya Tripathi

ABSTRACT

The Asteraceae family, commonly known as the aster, daisy, or sunflower family, encompasses a vast array of plant species with diverse phytochemical compositions and pharmacological properties. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the phytochemical constituents and pharmacological activities of plants belonging to the Asteraceae family. Through an extensive literature review, various databases were explored to gather relevant information on the phytochemical profiles and pharmacological potentials of Asteraceae plants. The review covers different classes of phytochemicals such as flavonoids, terpenoids, phenolic compounds, alkaloids, and essential oils, along with their distribution among Asteraceae species. Furthermore, the pharmacological activities including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anticancer, analgesic, and immunomodulatory properties of these phytochemicals are discussed. Additionally, the review highlights the traditional uses of Asteraceae plants in different cultures and their potential applications in modern medicine. Overall, this review provides valuable insights into the phytochemical diversity and pharmacological significance of Asteraceae plants, which could serve as a foundation for further research and development of novel therapeutic agents.

Keywords: Asteraceae, Phytochemicals, Pharmacological activities, Flavonoids, Terpenoids, Medicinal plants.