Abstract :
Phytochemical analysis of Desmostachya bipinnata resulted in isolation of coumarins (scopoletine and
umbelliferone), carbohydrates, sugars, proteins, alkaloids, tannins, phenolics, flavonoids, triterpenoids, amino
acids and glycosides. Pharmacological studies revealed that the plant possessed antimicrobial, antiinflammatory,
analgesic, antipyretic, gastrointestinal, anticancer, diuretic, anti-urolithiatic, antioxidant, hepatoprotective,
antidiabetic, bronchodilitation and antihistaminic effects. The current review will highlight the chemical
constituents and pharmacological effects of Desmostachya bipinnata.
Keyword :
chemical constituents, pharmacology, Desmostachya bipinnata.