61 citations
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September 2010 in “Fitoterapia” This study found that the EtOAc extract of Tridax procumbens aerial parts significantly inhibited rat paw edema and COX enzyme activity, suggesting its potential anti-inflammatory properties.
58 citations
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December 2021 in “Phytomedicine Plus” This review article compiles past and updated information on Tridax procumbens' traditional uses and chemical compounds, highlighting its diverse pharmacological activities such as wound healing, but emphasizes the need for further toxicological research.
17 citations
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January 2012 in “IOSR Journal of Environmental Science Toxicology and Food Technology” This study found that high doses of ethyl acetate extract from Tridax procumbens can have specific toxic effects in rats, including organ damage and significant changes in some serum biochemical parameters.
9 citations
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February 2011 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” This study reported that phytochemicals SA-4 and SA-6 from Tridax procumbens exhibited a dose-related immunostimulatory effect on mice, suggesting their potential as immunostimulators.
8 citations
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April 2019 in “International journal of scientific research in biological science” This review discusses the natural habitat, taxonomy, phytochemical components, pharmacological activities, and potential medical applications of Tridax procumbens but reports no new experimental findings.
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April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that using Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Serum 2.0 with TriHex Technology for 12 weeks significantly improved facial skin hydration, elasticity, and overall quality in individuals with moderate to severe skin aging, with histological evidence showing new collagen and elastin fibers.
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January 2017 in “Organic chemistry” This article reviews the traditional uses and documented properties of Tridax procumbens in medicine but reports no original research findings, emphasizing its potential therapeutic applications.
July 2026 in “Future Journal of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences” This study explored the potential of Tridax procumbens, a medicinal plant, for hair growth applications by analyzing its bioactive compounds through in silico and phytopharmacological evaluations, resulting in a novel hair serum formulation that demonstrated promising hair growth-promoting properties in preliminary tests.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics” In this study, the methanolic extract of Tridax procumbens Linn demonstrated significant antiulcer activity in a mice model of acetic acid-induced ulcerative colitis, offering 57.12% ulcer protection compared to 50.60% by the standard drug prednisolone.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study examined the thermal conductivity of human hair using the Modified Transient Plane Source method, highlighting how frequent thermal, mechanical, and chemical treatments can damage hair by weakening its structure, particularly through changes in keratin that reduce elasticity.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers used the Modified Transient Plane Source method to measure the thermal conductivity of human hair, highlighting that common heat treatments can damage hair structure by altering its protein composition, emphasizing the importance of understanding thermal properties to mitigate such damage.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this review, researchers examined Tridax procumbens for its pharmacological and phytochemical potential, highlighting its diverse medicinal benefits, low toxicity, and the presence of bioactive compounds, positioning it as a promising candidate for developing safe and affordable plant-based therapeutics.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review of Tridax procumbens highlights its pharmacological and phytochemical potential, noting the presence of biologically active compounds and suggesting its value as a basis for developing new plant-based therapeutics due to its diverse medicinal properties and low toxicity.
October 2025 in “Quantum Journal of Medical and Health Sciences” This review outlines the phytochemical composition and pharmacological potential of Tridax procumbens, a plant traditionally used in various regions for its purported medical benefits, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects, among others.
September 2024 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” This study highlights the significant pharmacological potential of Tridax procumbens, a plant with various therapeutic properties such as liver protection, immune modulation, and wound healing, though it notes that more research is needed to identify its active compounds and mechanisms for drug discovery.
June 2023 in “International Ayurvedic Medical Journal” This review article compiles extensive information on Tridax procumbens, an Ayurvedic herb, detailing its traditional uses, chemical makeup, and various pharmacological properties, including its roles in wound healing and as an antimicrobial agent.
April 2023 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” This study concluded that an Emulgel formulation containing Tridax procumbens extract showed promising wound healing and antimicrobial activity, with improved physical properties in the F2 formulation.
June 2022 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study evaluated a hydrogel containing extracts from azadirachta indica and tridax procumbens for treating seborrheic dermatitis, finding it passed various tests, including skin irritation and stability, suggesting potential future applications in herbal formulations.
April 2022 in “International journal of green and herbal chemistry” This article discusses the green synthesis of silver nanomaterials using Tridax procumbens and reports no new clinical findings.
December 2019 in “International journal of engineering applied science and technology” This review discusses the traditional uses of Tridax procumbens for wound healing, antifungal, and antibacterial purposes, but reports no clinical findings.
January 2015 in “International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences” This review discusses the traditional medicinal uses of Tridax procumbens, attributing its therapeutic properties to various active phytochemicals, but reports no new clinical findings.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Plant Studies” This research review examined existing studies on the medicinal properties of Tridax procumbens and found that its secondary metabolites have potential for treating various ailments, especially in tropical regions, though more studies are needed to fully understand its potential applications and safety.
25 citations
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April 2014 in “Journal of Scientific and Innovative Research” This study evaluated Tridax procumbens extracts for their in-vitro alpha amylase inhibitory activity compared to standard antidiabetic agents, suggesting potential benefits for diabetes management.
5 citations
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January 2010 in “Medicinal Plants - International Journal of Phytomedicines and Related Industries” This review discusses the diverse pharmacological activities of T. procumbens, such as hypotensive and hair growth-promoting effects, but reports no new clinical findings.
4 citations
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November 2015 in “Research Journal of Medicinal Plant” This study found that ethanolic, aqueous, and hydroethanolic extracts of Tridax procumbens inhibited mitosis and caused mutagenic effects on cell division in Allium cepa root meristematic cells.
3 citations
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January 2016 in “Chemical sciences journal” This study found that ethanol and petroleum ether extracts of Tridax procumbens roots demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against various bacterial strains compared to benzene extracts.
19 citations
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January 2009 in “OpenSIUC (Southern Illinois University Carbondale)” This study found that extracts from Calotropis gigantea and Tridax procumbens individually demonstrated greater anti-inflammatory activity than Ibuprofen in a carrageenin-induced paw edema model.
7 citations
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January 2009 in “Journal of Pharmacy Research” This study found that fractions of Tridax procumbens extract demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, comparable to standard ascorbic acid, in laboratory tests.
1 citations
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October 2024 in “Journal of King Saud University - Science” In this in vitro study, extracts from Tridax procumbens demonstrated potential antioxidant and anticancer activity against various human cancer cell lines, with notable efficacy in specific fractions.
1 citations
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September 2023 This study reported that the combination of tridax procumbens and ginger juice improved antioxidant activity and protected against liver damage induced by paracetamol in rats, suggesting a potent hepatoprotective effect.