Phytochemistry and Therapeutic Applications of Eucalyptus – An Overview

Abstract

Eucalyptus globulus, which is commonly seen, has immense potential for medicinal purposes. The blue gum, scientifically called Eucalyptus globulus, is a type of plant that belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It consists of abundant amounts of phytochemical constituents such as flavonoids, alkaloids, tannin, and propanoids which can be found in the leaves, stem, bark and roots of the plant. Multiple researchers have reported the existence of different attributes in these properties, including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiseptic, astringent, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidative, antiviral, antitumor, antihistaminic, anticancer cytochrome p450 inhibitor, and hepatoprotective effects. This review article thoroughly examines different phytochemicals present in Eucalyptus globulusand highlights the various therapeutic uses of these compounds.