A REVIEW ON THE PHARMACOLOGICAL STUDIES OF TALINUM TRIANGULARE
Seethal James M.* and Emily James
ABSTRACT
Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd. is a terrestrial succulent herbaceous plant widely used as an ornamental plant and green leafy vegetable, in India, Africa and America. This plant has been proven as a nutritional source and hence been useful in the treatment of various diseases including asthma, gastrointestinal disorders, anaemia, schistosomiasis and various other diseases. The phytochemical studies confirmed the presence of great number of potentially active biomolecules and their multi-functional properties make this plant a rich source of health promoter. This review article aims to provide brief information on this not so popular yet important herb along with the pharmacological activities it exhibits.
Keywords: Talinum triangulare, antioxidant, phytochemicals, anti-diabetic activity.
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