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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Antioxidant drug, antifungal, anticancer, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and pharmacological studies of Cassia javanica Linn. Plant
Authors
R B Singh
Abstract
Cassia javanica Linn.
Plant is a small and medium sized tree, belongs to the plant family Leguminosae
(Fabaceae). It blossoms in the spring season, mainly from the month of April to
September. It is commonly known as the apple blossom cassia, pink lady, apple
blossom shower and java shower. It is widely cultivated in the tropical regions
of Asia. The plant consists of descending branches and it produces mass of
gorgeous flowers. The fruits ripen in the fall. Studies have shown the presence
of various phytochemical constituents mainly anthraquinone glycosides,
flavonoids, alkaloids, sterols, tannins, saponins and reducing sugars in
different parts of the plant. Cassia javanica Linn. Plant possesses
various pharmacological activities antidiabetic, antioxidant, anticancer and
antimycotic activities. It has long been used in traditional medicine to cure
various diseases. It has been used as antipyretic, laxative and antimalarial
drug. It is known to decrease virulence of pathogenic organisms. It is used in
the treatment of gastric pain and cold. Due to complex nature of the disease
there is a worldwide need for an ideal drug therefore, there are many
antidiabetic herbs recommended in traditional medicaments. The presented review
summarizes the information concerning the morphology, chemical constituents,
uses and pharmacological activities of the plant.
Pages:90-93
How to cite this article:
R B Singh "Antioxidant drug, antifungal, anticancer, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry and pharmacological studies of <i>Cassia javanica</i> Linn. Plant". International Journal of Research in Pharmacy and
Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 90-93
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