Description of Medicinal Herb, Perfume Ginger: Hedychium spicatum (Zingiberales: Zingiberaceae)

Abstract

Background: H. Spicatum is referred to locally as Gulbakawali or butterfly lily and may contain medicinal chemicals. It is a member of the Zingiberaceae family. This plant most likely originated in the Himalayas. Tropical and subtropical climates, like those in India, Brazil, Japan, and South China, are where the plant is typically found. Main body of the abstract: Asthma, bad breath, fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, bronchitis, hiccoughs, and inflammation have all been traditionally treated and managed with H. Spicatum. Additionally, it is employed in the management of analgesic, anti-asthmatic, and anti-inflammatory conditions. Many scientists today are studying things like antidiabetic, cytotoxic, antibacterial, and anthelmintic activities. Hedychinone, polyphenols, terpenoids, and the labdane terpene appear to be the species’ main chemical components. Despite the species’ promising recent study, it is too early and sometimes too vague to be utilised to explain and support some of the ethno medicinal uses. Conclusion: This review addressed all of the known and traditional applications of H. Spicatum. This knowledge is incredibly beneficial to researchers and the search for novel medicines.