An In-Depth Review On Taxonomy, Phytochemistry And Pharmacological Significance Of Pterocarpus Santalinus

N Ramasamy; Pallavi Joshi; A. Arulselvam; Manoj Kumar Katual; Ekta Pandey; Anil Kumar; A Pandurangan; Konda V V S Krishna; Bharath K S

doi:10.69980/redvet.v25i2.1797

N Ramasamy
Pallavi Joshi
A. Arulselvam
Manoj Kumar Katual
Ekta Pandey
Anil Kumar
A Pandurangan
Konda V V S Krishna
Bharath K S

DOI: https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i2.1797

Keywords: Pterocarpus santalinus, Red Sandalwood, phytochemistry, pharmacology, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, ethnopharmacology, bioactive compounds, clinical trials, traditional medicine.

Abstract

Pterocarpus santalinus, commonly known as Red Sandalwood, is a valuable medicinal plant with significant ethnopharmacological, phytochemical, and pharmacological properties. Traditionally used in Ayurveda, Siddha, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it has been employed for treating skin disorders, inflammation, wounds, and metabolic diseases. The plant's bioactive profile includes flavonoids, tannins, stilbenes, terpenoids, and saponins, which contribute to its diverse pharmacological effects, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anticancer, neuroprotective, and hepatoprotective activities. Despite its therapeutic potential, challenges such as limited clinical trials, toxicity concerns, and sustainable conservation remain. Future research should focus on biotechnological advancements, novel drug delivery mechanisms, and clinical validation to establish P. santalinus as a standardized therapeutic agent. Addressing these research gaps will facilitate its transition from traditional use to modern pharmacological applications, paving the way for its integration into contemporary medicine.

Author Biographies

N Ramasamy

Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacognosy, S. A. Raja Pharmacy College, Vadakkankulam, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India

Pallavi Joshi

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, SGRR University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

A. Arulselvam

Department of Pharmacology R&D Section, St. Joseph's college of Pharmacy & Research Institution, Cherthala, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

Manoj Kumar Katual

Associate Professor & Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, Guru Kashi University, Bhatinda, Punjab, India

Ekta Pandey

Associate Professor, Department of Applied Science and Humanities, Bundelkhand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Anil Kumar

Head & Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry (PG), Sahibganj College Sahibganj, Jharkhand, India

A Pandurangan

Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Swami Vivekanand College of Pharmacy, Chandigarh-Patiala Highway, Ramnagar Near Banur, Rajpura, Patiala, India

Konda V V S Krishna

Lecturer, Department of Pharmacy, Government Polytechnic for Women, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Bharath K S

Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, Chettinad School of Pharmaceutical sciences, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam - Tamilnadu, India

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