Wrightia tinctoria (Roxb) R.Br. - An updated Review
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Plan: The present study aims to facilitate an updated phytochemical and pharmacological activity study reports of various researchers pertaining to the plant Wrightia tinctoria. Preface: Wrightia tinctoria (Roxb.) R. Br (Apocynaceae) is widely distributed in the plains and slopes of Shevaroy hills of Yercaud Town, situated in Salem district, Tamilnadu. Wrightia tinctoria is extensively used in a number of traditional medicines. Outcome: Chemical constituents isolated from different parts of the plant W. tinctoria and their biological activities reported are summarised in this review.
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