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@article{183157,
        author = {Jonika and Dr. Dinesh Kumar Singh},
        title = {Traditional Medicinal plant: Syzygium cumini},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {3},
        pages = {526-531},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=183157},
        abstract = {Jamun (Syzygium cumini L. Skeels), a tropical evergreen tree belonging to the family Myrtaceae, is widely recognized for its nutritional, medicinal, and economic significance. This review consolidates current knowledge on the botanical characteristics, phytochemical composition, pharmacological activities, and potential applications of jamun and its various parts—including fruits, seeds, leaves, bark, and flowers. Rich in bioactive compounds such as anthocyanins, flavonoids, ellagic acid, and essential oils, jamun exhibits a broad spectrum of therapeutic properties including antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, cardioprotective, and antimicrobial activities. Traditional systems of medicine have long utilized jamun for managing diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and oral health, while recent scientific investigations support and expand upon these uses. The review further highlights value-added products, commercial prospects, and gaps in current research that warrant further exploration, particularly in standardization of extracts, clinical validation, and sustainable utilization. Overall, jamun emerges as a promising multipurpose plant with significant potential for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical development.},
        keywords = {Medicinal , Phytochemical , Jamun , Parts , India},
        month = {August},
        }