| dc.description.abstract | The genus Artocarpus consists of about 50 species of large evergreen trees with various medicinal
and economical uses. Artocarpus nobilis (Family: Moraceae) is commonly referred to as Ceylon
breadfruit and it is endemic to Sri Lanka. Synonyms of A. nobilis are Artocarpus imperialis André,
Artocarpus pubescens Moon and Saccus nobilis (Thwaites) Kuntze. Extracts from leaves, bark,
fruits and latex are rich in phytochemical compounds such as flavanones, flavonoids, triterpenoids,
xanthones, stilbenes and chalcones. These bioactive compounds contribute to various
pharmacological properties of Ceylon breadfruit (Artocarpus nobilis). It is used in Ayurvedic and folk
medicine to treat asthma, diarrhea, worm infestations and wound healing. It also used in traditional
ayurvedic formulations like Chandana guli wattoruwa. Several research that has been carried out on
this plant include the evaluation of antibacterial activity, anti-inflammatory activity, antioxidant,
antifungal, biosorption and Glutathione-S transferase inhibitory activities. Apart from these it is a
productive source of edible fruit and yield good timber. A combination of traditional and new
technologies will be important in the future to develop therapeutic products from Artocarpus nobilis.
In this present review, attempts on providing comprehensive information on research conducted on
A. nobilis. | en_US |
