Phytopharmacological characters of Tribulus terrestris

Tribulus terrestris (family Zygophyllaceae), commonly referred to as Gokshur or Gokharu puncture vine, has long been used in both Indian and Chinese medicine systems treat various ailments. Its components contain a variety of chemicals that are important for healing, such flavonoids, flavonol glycosides, steroidal saponins, alkaloids. Contains diuretic, aphrodisiac, antiurolithic, immunomodulatory, antidiabetic, enhances absorption, hypolipidemic, cardiotonic, central nervous system, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, anticancer, antibacterial, anthelmintic, larvicidal, anticariogenic activities. Over the past few decades so, extensive research done confirm its biological functions pharmacies quotes. The purpose this review is build further site on phytochemical pharmacological properties plant research. This will help ensure traditional consumption added value, ultimately leading higher revenue from plant.