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Pterocarpus santalinus
South Indian tree with red heartwood used in Ayurveda for inflammation, skin conditions, and cooling therapy.
Pterocarpus santalinus (red sandalwood) is a South Indian tree whose heartwood is used in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties. Its primary active compounds include santalins A and B, pterostilbene, and flavonoids, which contribute to its traditional applications in skin conditions, inflammation, fever, liver disease, and diabetes. Despite limited clinical evidence (Level C), it shows promise for modern uses such as soothing skin and supporting liver function.
The anti-inflammatory effects are attributed to santalins and pterostilbene, which inhibit COX-2 and NF-κB pathways, reducing prostaglandin and cytokine production. Antioxidant activity arises from flavonoids and pterostilbene, which scavenge free radicals and upregulate Nrf2-mediated antioxidant enzymes. Hepatoprotection involves modulation of CYP450 enzymes and reduction of oxidative stress in hepatocytes. Anti-diabetic effects may involve PPARγ activation and enhanced insulin sensitivity, while topical application soothes skin via astringent and anti-inflammatory actions on keratinocytes.
South Indian tree with red heartwood used in Ayurveda for inflammation, skin conditions, and cooling therapy.
Pterocarpus santalinus (red sandalwood) is a South Indian tree whose heartwood is used in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties. Its primary active compounds include santalins A and B, pterostilbene, and flavonoids, which contribute to its traditional applications in skin conditions, inflammation, fever, liver disease, and diabetes. Despite limited clinical evidence (Level C), it shows promise for modern uses such as soothing skin and supporting liver function.
The anti-inflammatory effects are attributed to santalins and pterostilbene, which inhibit COX-2 and NF-κB pathways, reducing prostaglandin and cytokine production. Antioxidant activity arises from flavonoids and pterostilbene, which scavenge free radicals and upregulate Nrf2-mediated antioxidant enzymes. Hepatoprotection involves modulation of CYP450 enzymes and reduction of oxidative stress in hepatocytes. Anti-diabetic effects may involve PPARγ activation and enhanced insulin sensitivity, while topical application soothes skin via astringent and anti-inflammatory actions on keratinocytes.