Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. is one of the most important medicinal plants used in various traditional medicines. N. nucifera is a natural source of many potent flavonoids exhibiting various effective pharmacological activities.

Jul 12, 2023 · Purified active lotus plumule (Nelumbo nuciferaGaertn) polysaccharides exert anti-inflammatory activity through decreasingtoll-tole receptor-2 and -4 expressions using mouse primary splenocytes.

From a medicinal perspective, diverse constituents of Nelumbo nucifera exhibit therapeutic potential, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. Recent advancements in preservation technology and culinary innovation have further underscored its role in the food industry, highlighting its nutritional versatility.

review highlights the importance of Nelumbo nucifera in traditional medicines and its pharmacological activities. Keywords: Nelumbo nucifera , Lotus stem, Traditional medicine, Pharmacological activities.

Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is an aquatic plant that grows in parts of Asia. The flower, seed, leaf, and underground stem are used as medicine. Lotus contains chemicals that seem to breakdown fat...

Nelumbo nucifera, or sacred lotus, has been valuable for us to use as vegetable, functional food, and herb medicine for over 2,000 years. The purpose of this article is to systematically review the traditional/modern uses, chemical compositions and pharmacological activities on …

Jan 8, 2010 · Nelumbo nucifera, now placed in the mono-generic family Nymphaeaceae, has numerous common names (e.g. Indian lotus, Chinese water lily and sacred lotus) and synonyms (Nelumbium nelumbo, N. speciosa, N. speciosum and Nymphaea nelumbo). 1 All parts of N. nucifera have many medicinal uses.

Jan 1, 2014 · The present study analyses the inhibitory potential of phytocompounds from medicinal plants like Sphaeranthus indicus, Lantana camara and Nelumbo nucifera against SARS-CoV2 by molecular docking.

All the parts of the plant have different medicinal value, as their extract contains various valuable chemical constituents which yield desired remedial effects against many diseases. The plant is used traditionally more compared to its commercial usage. It has also been used for dental and skin care products in many herbal formulations.

Dec 30, 2015 · All parts of N. nucifera have been used for various medicinal purposes in various systems of medicine including folk medicines, Ayurveda, Chinese traditional medicine, and oriental medicine. Many chemical constituents have been isolated till the date. However, the bioactive constituents of lotus are mainly alkaloids and flavonoids.