Allamanda cathartica Linn. Apocynaceae: A mini review

Abstract

Allamanda cathartica Linn. (Family –Apocynaceae) is a perennial shrub, found in various parts of the world. The common name of the plant is Golden Trumpet flower, and in Bengali, it is known as Harkakra. The plant is also known to deal with heat and different toxic products; it activates blood circulation and diuresis. It works well against snake bite. In traditional medicinal practices, the plant is used to cure skin infection, cold and cough, and various other inflammations. The plant possesses various secondary metabolite substances like flavonoids, polyphenols, iridoids, tannins, and alkaloids. Various pharmacological studies concluded some notable bioactivities of the plant such as anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, wound healing, etc. This review aims to explain the overviews of the various uses and prospects as well as agricultural, taxonomical, phytochemical, pharmacological, and toxicological areas of the Allamanda cathartica.