A Review on Nutmeg and Baniyan Tree Buds
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This paper examines the economic, ecological, and botanical relevance of two species that are essential to their respective ecosystems: banyan trees (Ficus benghalensis) and nutmeg (Myristica fragrans). Myristica fragrans seeds are used to make nutmeg, a spice that is studied for its culinary applications, therapeutic qualities, and economic influence, especially in the spice trade and agriculture. Its biochemical makeup, including essential oils and active chemicals, as well as their uses in industry and health, are thoroughly examined in the review. On the other hand, the banyan tree, which is well-known for its vast aerial root system and important ecological significance, is examined for its benefits to biodiversity, soil health, and customary applications across cultures. The effects of habitat loss and climate change on these species are among the conservation concerns covered in this research. By combining the most recent findings In rural and remote areas of India, this plant, commonly referred to as Indian banyan, bat, or bargad, is utilised as a home remedy due to its proven therapeutic qualities. Ficus benghalensis fruit is used as an astringent, haemostatic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer agent. It is also used to treat diarrhoea, dysentery, skin diseases, abscesses, vaginal disorders, leucorrhea, menorrhagia, and deficient lactation. For this reason, efforts have been made to perform a thorough quality control and assurance of the drug, followed by HPTLC profiles, physiochemical analysis, phytochemical studies, and fluorescence analysis of the drug to obtain an authentic primary source of spices, has a pleasant scent, and is commonly used as a flavouring agent.ability to enhance food flavour.
Author: Ekhande Ashvini Keru, Bidve Komal*, Mhaske. P. B.
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDGs: Life on land, Zero hunger
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6949963857
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