Exploring Allamanda blanchetii: Phytochemical Richness, Pharmacological Potential and Traditional Healing Applications in Herbal Medicine

Phytochemical and Therapeutic Profile of A. blanchetii

Abstract

Allamanda blanchetii, commonly known as purple allamanda, is a flowering plant belonging to the family Apocynaceae and is recognized for its ornamental and medicinal significance. Traditionally, various parts of the plant have been used in herbal medicine for the management of several health conditions, including inflammation, infections, and skin disorders. The therapeutic value of Allamanda blanchetii is largely attributed to its diverse phytochemical constituents, which include alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, terpenoids, and other bioactive metabolites that contribute to its biological activities.

Scientific studies have reported that extracts of Allamanda blanchetii exhibit a range of pharmacological properties such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cytotoxic activities. These biological effects support its traditional use in folk medicine and highlight its potential as a source of novel therapeutic agents. Additionally, the presence of diverse phytoconstituents suggests its possible role in combating oxidative stress and microbial infections.

This review aims to summarize the current knowledge on the phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities, and traditional medicinal uses of Allamanda blanchetii. By compiling available literature, the study emphasizes the therapeutic potential of this plant and highlights the need for further pharmacological and clinical investigations to explore its applications in modern herbal medicine