Prosopis julifera: A review

Abstract

Prosopis juliflora is one of the most economically and ecologically important tree species in arid and semi-arid zones of the world. Prosopis species are all trees or shrubs of varying sizes, predominantly xerophilous, aculeate, spiny or rarely unarmed. The chemistry of P. juliflora is well established having alkaloids, flavonoids and tannins. All parts of P. juliflora have a wide range of uses. In view of the immense importance of the plant, this review is an effort to compile information reported on the plant. The present review is an attempt to generate interest regarding the immense potential that is present in Prosopis juliflora