Flavonoids are one of the major pigments in higher plants, together with chlorophylls and
carotenoids. Though ca. 8,000 kinds of flavonoids have been reported in nature …

The genus Lagerstroemia L.(Lythraceae), known for its exquisite flowers and prolonged
flowering period, is commonly employed in traditional medicinal systems across Asian …

Pentacyclic triterpenes (PCT s) represent a major class of bioactive metabolites in banaba
(Lagerstroemia speciosa) leaves; however, biosynthetic enzymes and their involvement in …

Skin aging is caused by oxidative stress and the enhanced activation of proteolytic enzymes.
Inhibition of these mechanisms by natural plants might be a promising approach to prevent …

Lagerstroemia speciosa (Lythraceae) has several common names, which reflect its attractive
and colourful pink or purple flowers. Native to South and Southeast Asia, L. speciosa is a …

Lagerstroemia speciosa commonly known as 'Banaba'is native of south–east Asia which
exhibits both horticultural and therapeutic value. The anti-diabetic and anti-obese property of …

Lagerstroemia speciosa is a semi-deciduous tree bearing attractive pink or purple flowers
with wrinkled petals and yellow stamens. It is a common ornamental tree planted along …

The majority of plants have therapeutic qualities that are frequently used by native people
throughout the world. Research focuses on describing and evaluating plant components …

Abstract Bungur (Lagerstroemia loudonii Teijsm. & Binn.) belongs to the Lytrhaceae that
traditionally was used as antidiabetic, antiinflammatory, antihypertensive and diuretic. Other …

Obesity, is a global health issue affecting 300 million people, is caused by excessive fat
accumulation in specialized fat cells. Lagerstroemia speciosa, a native of Southeast Asia's …