A Review of Cosmos caudatus as A Promising Antidiabetic Plant
- Author:
Suganya Murugesu
1
;
Vikneswari Perumal
1
;
Tavamani Balan
1
;
Sharon Fatinathan
1
;
Puvana Devi Selvarajoo
1
;
Maryam Anis Binti Rozali
1
;
Noor Izati Abd Aziz
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: Cosmos caudatus, Diabetes mellitus, α-glucosidase, Antidiabetic, Medicinal plant
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences 2020;16(No.4):333-343
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
- Abstract: Cosmos caudatus Kunth is an edible plant commonly known for its beneficial medicinal effects on human health and traditionally used to treat various health conditions, including diabetes. This review summarizes the current state of knowledge about this plant, to provide some basic information about this herb that reflects its antidiabetic potential through multiple mechanisms. Currently, available evidence suggests that C. caudatus possess some pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, the formation of healthy bone and regulation of blood pressure and glucose levels. The review summarized the antidiabetic activity and its significant phytoconstituents in C. caudatus
- Full text:11.2020my0969.pdf
