A Compressive Review of the Moringa Oleifera Plant: Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Significance

Abstract

The pantropical plant Moringa oleifera has now established itself in Afghanistan, both East &West Africa and Florida. Apart from its remarkable nutritional value in many regions of the world, Moringa oleifera is widely recognized for the significant medical advantages it provides. Many of the traditional folklore claims regarding the medicinal uses of Moringa oleifera morphological parts for a variety of ailments, including heart problems, fevers, inflammation, digestive disorders, asthma, intestinal problems, and rheumatism, have been supported by scientific studies conducted in the last few decades. Numerous pharmacological properties, including analgesic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antioxidant, anti-hypertensive and anti-tumor activities, are possessed by Moringa oleifera. Moreover, Moringa oleifera has a number of phytochemicals, some of which are highly valued for their potential medical applications. It is said that every portion of Moringa oleifera has health benefits, adding to the plant's variety and usefulness as a remedy. An updated summary of the scientific literature on the Phytochemistry and pharmacological importance of Moringa oleifera will be provided in this review.