Sapotaceae Family as A Source of Natural Therapeutics: A Review on Bioactive Compounds and Medicinal Potential
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The Sapotaceae family, comprising around 1250 species across 53 genera. This review focuses on the extensive medicinal properties of Sapotaceae species, detailing their traditional applications, bioactive compounds and pharmacological effects. Notable species such as Madhuca longifolia, Chrysophyllum cainto, Pouteria mammosa, Manilkara zapota and Mimusops elengi are examined for their therapeutic benefits, which include antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic and anticancer properties. The presence of bioactive compounds such as triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids, phenolics and alkaloids enhances their medicinal value. This review emphasizes the importance as a promising source of natural therapeutics and calls for further pharmacological research and application.
Author: Shaikh Sayma*, Trupesh Revad, Himanshu Pandya, Hitesh Solanki
Language: English
Topic: Medicinal Plant Research
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930708192
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