Article: THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL OF ONOSMA BRACTEATUM WALL SOURCE PLANT OF GOJIHVA: A REVIEW

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.16127

Pages: 144-148

Author: Subash Sahu *, Divyanshu, Utkalini Nayak, Pradeep Kumar Panda

Abstract: The focus of this review is to comprehensively examine available information on Onosma bracteatum Wall, acknowledged as the species linked to Gojihva in Ayurvedic literature. The objective is to elucidate its botanical, chemical, and therapeutic characteristics, and to propose future considerations. Gojihva is a renowned medicinal herb utilized to treat various ailments in Ayurveda and other traditional systems of medicine. While the accurate identification of the Gojihva plant remains uncertain, Onosma bracteatum Wall is widely regarded as Gojihva in many regions due to its similar morphology and therapeutic indications. The methodology adopted for the study includes a review of literature starting from ancient Indian classics of Ayurveda to updated research articles published in journals. This detailed review meticulously examines the Onosma bracteatum Wall encompassing its geographical distribution, morphological attributes, chemical constituents, and therapeutic utilities. The present study not only explores the diverse aspects of the Onosma bracteatum Wall but also sets the stage for future research, enhancing the knowledge of its potential in medicine.

Keyword: Ayurveda, phytochemistry, medicinal plants, therapeutic applications, ethnomedicine.