Abstract :
The phytochemical analysis of Hibiscus cannabinus showed the presence of phytosterols, flavonoids, polyphenols,
tannins, steroids, alkaloids, saponins, lignans, essential oils, glucosides such as cannabiscitrin, cannabiscetin and
anthocyanin glycoside. The pharmacological studies revealed that Hibiscus cannabinus possessed cytotoxic,
anthelmintic, antibacterial, antiulcer, antidiabetic, hypolipidemic, antioxidant, immunological, haematinic and
hepatoprotective effects. This review will highlight the chemical constituents, pharmacological and therapeutic
properties of Hibiscus cannabinus.
Keywords: chemical constituents, pharmacology, Hibiscus cannabinus
Keyword :
chemical constituents, pharmacology, Hibiscus cannabinus