A review on phytochemical, pharmacological and traditional uses of Acalypha indica Linn

Abstract

Acalypha indica is one of the weed plants that contain important medicinal values for human health applications. The extracts of various parts of the plant, leaves, roots and stem parts are used for the medicinal purposes to treat various diseases such as the rheumatism, eye infections, respiratory problems and skin problems and to decrease blood sugar level. Different extraction methods are used for obtaining active components from Acalypha indica. The plant condition during treatment, fresh or dry, could also be an important factor in its therapeutic effectiveness. The fresh Acalypha indica plant has a wide variety of nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and lipids. Acalypha indica has high iron content, followed by copper, nickel, zinc, and chromium which are useful for patients with mineral deficiencies problems.