A Comparative Study of Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Attributes of Musa Sapientum and Musa Paradisiaca
July 2025
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Chemistry & Biodiversity
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TLDR Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum have potential health benefits and could be alternatives to synthetic drugs.
The review compares the phytochemistry and pharmacological attributes of Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum, highlighting their therapeutic potential against conditions like diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, microbial infections, hyperlipidemia, inflammation, and oxidative stress. These plants have been used in ethnomedicine for managing symptoms such as diarrhea, epilepsy, diabetes, dysentery, ulcers, and hair loss. Various plant parts contain phytochemicals like flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, and essential oils, contributing to their pharmacological properties. The review aims to enhance understanding of these plants' pharmacological activities and their potential as alternatives to synthetic drugs.