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Mesua ferrea
Large evergreen tree of South and Southeast Asia; stamens (nagakeshar) used in Ayurveda as cardiac tonic and for skin conditions.
Nagarjuna (Mesua ferrea) is a large evergreen tree native to South and Southeast Asia, whose stamens (nagakeshar) are used in Ayurveda primarily as a cardiac tonic and for skin conditions. Its key active compounds include mesuol, mammeisin, mammeigenin, coumarins, and xanthones, which contribute to its cardiotonic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties. Evidence for its efficacy is limited (Level C), with most support derived from traditional use and preliminary studies.
The cardiotonic effects of Mesua ferrea are attributed to coumarins and xanthones that may inhibit phosphodiesterase (PDE) and modulate calcium channels, leading to positive inotropic activity. Its anti-inflammatory action involves suppression of COX-2 and pro-inflammatory cytokines via NF-κB pathway inhibition, while antifungal properties are linked to membrane disruption by compounds like mesuol. Astringent effects are due to tannins that precipitate proteins and reduce mucosal secretions.
Large evergreen tree of South and Southeast Asia; stamens (nagakeshar) used in Ayurveda as cardiac tonic and for skin conditions.
Nagarjuna (Mesua ferrea) is a large evergreen tree native to South and Southeast Asia, whose stamens (nagakeshar) are used in Ayurveda primarily as a cardiac tonic and for skin conditions. Its key active compounds include mesuol, mammeisin, mammeigenin, coumarins, and xanthones, which contribute to its cardiotonic, astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties. Evidence for its efficacy is limited (Level C), with most support derived from traditional use and preliminary studies.
The cardiotonic effects of Mesua ferrea are attributed to coumarins and xanthones that may inhibit phosphodiesterase (PDE) and modulate calcium channels, leading to positive inotropic activity. Its anti-inflammatory action involves suppression of COX-2 and pro-inflammatory cytokines via NF-κB pathway inhibition, while antifungal properties are linked to membrane disruption by compounds like mesuol. Astringent effects are due to tannins that precipitate proteins and reduce mucosal secretions.