Pharmacological Efficacy of Tamarix Aphylla: A Comprehensive Review
December 2021
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Plants
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TLDR Tamarix aphylla may be effective for various medical conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
The review paper discusses the medicinal properties of Tamarix aphylla, a perennial tree found in Asia, the Middle East, and Central Africa. The plant has been shown to have antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and wound-healing properties. It has been used to treat conditions including hypertension, stomach discomfort, hair loss, cough and asthma, abscesses, wounds, rheumatism, jaundice, fever, tuberculosis, and gum and tooth infection. The plant's medicinal properties are attributed to its high content of phenolic compounds. The plant's extracts showed modest activity against acetylcholinesterase, a neurotransmitter involved in Alzheimer's disease. The plant also demonstrated promising analgesic properties and potential antidiabetic properties. The review concludes that Tamarix aphylla holds significant potential for the development of new therapeutic agents, but further research is needed to fully understand its pharmacological properties and potential applications.
