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Filipendula Ulmaria (L.) Maxim. (Meadowsweet): A Review of Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology Publisher



Farzaneh A1 ; Hadjiakhoondi A1, 2 ; Khanavi M1 ; Manayi A2 ; Bahramsoltani R3 ; Kalkhorani M1
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Source: Research Journal of Pharmacognosy Published:2022


Abstract

Filipendula ulmaria (L.) Maxim. commonly known as meadowsweet, is a perennial herb native to Iran, Europe, and Western Asia. Several medicinal properties of the plant have been reported in Persian medicine. Filipendula ulmaria is traditionally used for fever, pain, inflammatory diseases (arthrosis, rheumatism, and arthritis), gastric disorders, liver dysfunction, and gout. The phytochemical studies indicate the presence of several active compounds, mainly phenolic acids, flavonoids, tannins, and terpenoids. Salicylic acid and its derivatives are the most important compounds found in essential oil and extracts of different parts of the plant. Pharmacological evaluations have shown the anti-arthritis, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, anti-coagulant, anti-microbial, immunomodulatory, gastro-protective, and hepato-protective activity of F. ulmaria. Despite pharmacological activities, traditional uses and herbal supplements, there is no complete review article on this herb's properties. In this paper, we have provided a review on traditional uses, phytochemicals, pharmacological properties and medical information of this valuable medicinal plant. © 2022. Open access.
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