Ethnomedicinal relevance and bioactive potential of manila tamarind: An evidence-based assessment

Authors

  • Sagar Kamble Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India
  • Sujit Karpe Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India
  • Manisha Lavate Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India
  • Swapnali Raut Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India
  • Saniya Shaikh Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India
  • Pratiksha Devram Sojar College of Pharmacy, A/P-Khandavi, Barshi, Dist-Solapur, Maharashtra, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.69857/joapr.v14i2.1872

Keywords:

Pithecellobium dulce, Manila tamarind, ethnomedicine, bioactive compounds, nutraceuticals, environmental restoration

Abstract

Background: Pithecellobium dulce (Roxb.) Benth., commonly known as Manila tamarind, is a leguminous tree traditionally used in indigenous medicine, nutrition, and agroecological practices. Despite its wide ethnomedicinal usage, its comprehensive bioactive and functional potential remains underexplored in mainstream scientific literature. Methodology: This review systematically compiles and critically analyzes published data from peer-reviewed journals, ethnobotanical records, and experimental studies focusing on the botanical features, phytochemical composition, nutritional attributes, pharmacological activities, and ecological significance of P. dulce. Results and Discussion: The species is rich in phenolics, flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, and essential nutrients, which collectively contribute to its broad pharmacological spectrum. Reported biological activities include antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, wound-healing, analgesic, and antipyretic effects. Mechanistic evidence suggests modulation of oxidative stress, inflammatory mediators, and metabolic pathways. P. dulce plays a vital environmental role through nitrogen fixation, soil enrichment, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity support. Beyond its medicinal value, the plant shows strong potential for use in food products, animal feed, herbal formulations, and agroforestry systems. However, limitations such as variability in extraction methods, incomplete toxicity profiling, and insufficient clinical validation restrict its translational applications. Conclusion: Pithecellobium dulce represents a promising yet underutilized bioresource with multifaceted therapeutic, nutritional, and ecological benefits. Future research should prioritize standardization, advanced phytochemical characterization, safety evaluation, and clinical studies to support its development into functional foods, phytopharmaceuticals, and sustainable industrial products.

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2026-03-15

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Kamble, S., Karpe, S., Lavate, M., Raut, S., Shaikh, S., & Devram, P. (2026). Ethnomedicinal relevance and bioactive potential of manila tamarind: An evidence-based assessment. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Research, 14(2), 44-60. https://doi.org/10.69857/joapr.v14i2.1872

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