Banana (Musa acuminata): Most popular and common Indian plant with multiple pharmacological potentials
https://doi.org/10.30574/wjbphs.2021.7.1.0073
Anupama Yadav , World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2021, 07(01), 036–044, Publication history: Received on 09 June 2021; revised on 10 July 2021; accepted on 12 July 2021, Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjbphs.2021.7.1.0073
Abstract
Background: Musa acuminata (Musaceae) is a perennial tree-like plant that is grown in many tropical and subtropical areas throughout the globe. Bananas, which may be consumed as a fruit or a vegetable, is one of the most significant crops in many nations owing to their nutrient-dense diet and diverse therapeutic properties.
Introduction: Apigenin glycosides, myricetin glycoside, myricetin-3-O-rutinoside, delphinidin, pelargonidin, peonidin, malvidin, naringenin glycosides, kaempferol-3-O-rutinoside, dopamine, N-acetyl serotonin, rutin, polyphenols, flavonoids, total dietary fiber, insoluble dietary fiber, lignin, hemicellulose, cellulose, lipids, proteins, and minerals are found in bananas.
Objective: The primary goal of this research is to confirm and emphasize the therapeutic and nutritional value of M. acuminata.
Keywords: Musa acuminate; Banana; Pharmacology; Phytochemistry; Botanical; Nutritive value