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Nutritional Profile, Anti-anaemic and Antioxidant Effects of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Senna occidentalis on Male Wistar Albino Rats

Marlyne-Josephine Mananga, Nyemb Nyunaï, Sidoine Ruth Touole, Armelle Deutou Tchamgoue, Brice Didier Kouandjoua Ndjigoui, Gilbert Manga Mbassi, Joseph Karrington Eyili Noah, Fabrice MBA Medou & Elie Fokou · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Background: The causes of anaemia vary and include iron deficiency, vitamin deficiency, inflammation-related anaemia, aplastic anaemia, anaemias related to bone marrow diseases, hemolytic anaemia, and sickle cell anaemia. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the nutritional p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21251

Biochemical Modulation of Streptozotocin Neurotoxicity by Cinnamonum Verum Bark Extract in Wistar Rats

Ifedi I. Charles, Nwafor C. Charles, Ojimba M. Immaculata, Okeke J. Chioma & Jacob A. Akpan · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

This study investigates the effects of Cinnamomum verum bark extract on Streptozotocin (STZ) induced neurotoxicity in Wistar rats. Twenty five (25) Male Wistar rats weighing between 93.4 -107.6g were divided into five groups: Group A: Control, Group B 65mg/kg STZ, Group C 65mg/kg...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21250

An Ethnopharmacological Review on the Antibacterial, Antifungal and Therapeutic Potentials of Acorus calamus Linn

Sunandini, B. Dutt & R. Kumar · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Acorus calamus Linn. (Sweet Flag), a semiaquatic aromatic herb from the Araceae family, thrives in wetland and humid conditions, particularly in temperate and subtropical regions. Its rhizomes, used in traditional medicine, have been employed for centuries to treat ailments like...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21249

Nutritional and Bioactive Potentials of Powdered Leaves of Adansonia digitata L., Corchorus olitorius L., and Bark of Triumfetta cordifolia A. Rich.: Effect on GLUT4 Translocation Activity

Assiene Agamou Julien Armel, Assiene Oyong Damase Serge & Ngah Esther · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

The consumption of medicinal plants in the management of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is increasingly recommended by therapists. The leaves of Adansonia digitata (LAD), Corchorus olitorius (LCO), and the bark of Triumfetta cordifolia (BTC) are parts of the plants commonly consumed as tr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21248

Antiplasmodial and Antioxidant Activity of Vernonia blumeoides: A Medicinal Plant Used in Cameroon to Treat Malaria

Frank Lilian Mahel Batana, Vincent NGOUANA, Eugenie Aimée Madiesse Kemgne, Boniface Pone Kamdem, Marius Jaures Tsakem Nangap, Raoul Kemzeu, Junelle MAKEMTEU, Darline Dize, Patrick Valère Tsouh Fokou, Armel Cyrille Tenkeu, Paul Keilah Lunga, Rémy Bertrand Teponno, Léon Azefack Tapondjou & Fabrice Fekam Boyom · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Background: Malaria is a parasitic disease that affects many parts of the globe, especially sub-Saharan Africa. Over time, malaria parasites have become resistant to most antimalarial drugs, including artemisinin. Medicinal plants, which are used in the traditional treatment of m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21247

Phytochemical & Pharmacological Activities of Diospyros malabarica

Afnan Sayeid Himi, Manik Pramanik, Khadizatul Kubra, Maisha Muntaher, Khandaker Antara Anika, Md. Ariful Islam & Md. Sagar Mia · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Diospyros malabarica, is a prominent member of the Ebenaceae intimate natural to the Indian subcontinent. This paper comprehensively explores the diverse pharmacological activities attributed to various parts of Diospyros malabarica, shedding light on its possible as a foundation...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21246

Evaluation of Antibacterial Activity and Cytotoxicity of Leaf Extracts from the Plant Diospyros mespiliformis

Ismaïla Bouré DIOUF, Moussa Karé, Issa Samb, Maëlle Carraz & Mohamed Lamine Gaye · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

This study explores the plant Diospyros mespiliformis for its antibacterial and cytotoxic properties. This plant seems to have a well-documented history in traditional medicine. Diospyros mespiliformis is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of many illnesses, p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21245

In silico Investigation of the Anti-inflammatory Potential of Ligands from Commonly Used Spices, Herbs and Medicinal Plants

Olugbenga Morebise, Emmanuel Chukwu, Monica Abandoh-Sam, Suhas Kotbagi & Edidiong Eyo · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Introduction: Inflammation has been shown to be implicated in many communicable and noncommunicable diseases. Several studies have indicated the beneficial/protective effects of phytochemicals from many commonly used herbs, spices, vegetables and medicinal plants against ailments...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21243

Ethnobotanical Survey of Cerrado Plants Used as Antihypertensives for the Elderly in Rondonópolis, MT, Brazil

Gleyciany Stefany Alves dos Santos, Paulo Adaias Piza, Isabela Monteiro Toniasso, Maryland Sanchez, Laura Valdiane Luz Melo & Marcondes Alves Barbosa da Silva · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

This study aimed to investigate the traditional use of medicinal plants for hypertension treatment by elderly communities in Rondonópolis-MT, Brazil. Ethnobotany studies the aspects by plant utilization by societies, encompassing principally the medicinal utility. Consequently, i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i21244

Unlocking the Potential of Chia Seed: A Comprehensive Review of Its Potential Applications

Parul Sharma & Ramandeep Kaur · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Chia, native to Mexico and Guatemala, is now cultivated worldwide and contains 25–39% oil and 16–26% protein and is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, tocopherols, and phytosterols, making them valuable functional foods. This review explores various methods for extracting c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11242

Antiplasmodial Properties of Medicinal Plants from East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand in India

Nuzhat Jahan, Pragya Shrivastava & Shakeel ur Rahman · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

It has been reported that malaria is one of the most important vector-borne diseases in Jharkhand with significant morbidity and mortality. The National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme has prepared new treatment guidelines for malaria that recommend phytochemical constitue...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11241

Antimicrobial Efficacy of Prepared Herbal Denture Cleansers and Their Impact on Physical Properties of Denture Base Material: An Invitro Study

Rakshith BK, Ayesha Tabassum H, Akanksha, Nusrath Fareed, Jyothi NK & Suhas Rao · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Background: Microbial colonization on dentures, particularly by Candida albicans, Streptococcus mutans, and Porphyromonas gingivalis, leads to oral infections and systemic health risks. Chemical denture cleansers, commonly used for hygiene, are associated with adverse effects suc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11240

Therapeutic Potential of Asparagus Racemosus Root in Managing Hyperglycemia, Dyslipidemia, and Platelet Aggregation in Neonatal Streptozotocin-induced Type 2 Diabetic Rats

J. M. A. Hannan, Asma Ahammed & P. R. Flatt · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Lipid abnormalities frequently accompany hyperglycemia and thus a primary goal in diabetes therapy is the management of dyslipidemia.   Asparagus racemosus root has previously been shown to reduce postprandial blood glucose in diabetic rats by delaying carbohydrate absorption and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11239

A Review of the Botanical, Ethnomedicinal Uses, and Phytochemistry of Dalbergia (Fabaceae) Species

Sani M. Isyaka, Ahmed Umar, Adamu Talatu & Abdullahi M. Abdullahi · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

Secondary metabolites found in plants are recognized to have medicinal qualities and are utilized in both mainstream and traditional medicine. More than 80% of people on the planet use medicinal plants to treat a variety of illnesses, including fever, malaria, stomachaches, and u...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11238

Assessment of the Genetic Diversity of the Traditional Tree Species Kigelia africana (Sausage Tree) Using Molecular Markers for Conservation Genomics in Kenya

Mwangi Muiruri Denis · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2025

This study is the first to explore the genetic composition of ancient Kigelia africana across a distribution range in Kenya. Kigelia africana is a native forest species of Kenya as far as we know it; it is widely planted in the central regions of the country by the Kikuyu tribe w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejmp/2025/v36i11237