Ethnopharmacology of Andrographispaniculata (Kalmegh) growing in Jharkhand, India (original) (raw)

2024, International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews

While situating Andrographispaniculata (Kalmegh) in the cultural and ecological setting of Jharkhand, India, this work offers a thorough ethnopharmacological assessment. Traditional knowledge of Kalmegh's medicinal applications and its importance in indigenous healthcare practices is the focus of this study. The ethnomedicinal applications of Andrographispaniculata may be better understood via fieldwork that includes conversations with local populations, traditional healers, and practitioners. Among the many topics covered by the survey are the following: plant components, methods of manufacture, dosage, and delivery routes. Furthermore, the research delves into any cultural or ceremonial importance linked to the traditional medicinal use of Kalmegh. An evaluation of the phytochemical components found in Andrographispaniculata supplements the ethnobotanical data that has been gathered. Finding bioactive chemicals that might be responsible for the reported therapeutic effects is the primary goal of the study. For the local pharmacopoeia to fully grasp Kalmegh's medicinal potential, this knowledge is essential.The research sheds light on the traditional medical knowledge surrounding Andrographispaniculata in Jharkhand via its ethnopharmacological survey. The results help keep indigenous knowledge alive and pave the way for future pharmacological studies, which will help bring together traditional medicine and contemporary science to develop long-term solutions for this plant's therapeutic uses.