Research advance on chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Gentianella acuta
10.7501/j.issn.0253-2670.2018.22.035
- Author:
Yu-Hang PANG
1
Author Information
1. Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Anti-depression;
Anti-inflammation;
Anti-tumor;
Gentianella acuta (Michx.) Hulten;
Iridoids;
Lignans;
Liver protection;
Xanthones
- From:
Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs
2018;49(22):5468-5476
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Gentianella acuta is a commonly used Mongolian medicine and its mainly active constituents are xanthone, terpenoids, and phenylpropanoids. It has the effects of clearing heat and draining dampness, anti-tumor, liver protection, anti-depression, and anti-inflammation. This review summarizes the chemical components and pharmacology of G. acuta from the literatures in recent 30 years in order to provide basis for the development of this plant.
