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Phytochemical and therapeutic use of Baccharis latifolia(Ruiz & Pav.) pers. (Asteraceae)

  • Universidad Nacional de Colombia

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Abstract

Baccharis latifolia is a plant commonly known in South America as "Chilca". B. latifolia has several curative properties reported in traditional medicinal such as analgesic, treat diarrhea, vulnerary, resolvent, flatulence, heartburn, antidiabetic and in the treatment of inflammation, stomach pain and insomnia. The medicinal properties of this plant represent a valuable source of medicinal compounds. This study is collective information concerning the taxonomy, ethnobotany, phytochemistry, toxicity and biological activities of the B. latifolia.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)14-17
Number of pages4
JournalPharmacologyonline
Volume2
StatePublished - 2015

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  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Baccharis latifolia
  • Ethnobotany
  • Medicinal plant
  • Phytochemistry

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