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Abstract
Lantana camara, a flowering plant belonging to the family Verbenaceae, it is a widely distributed tropical and subtropical plant, has been traditionally used in various medicinal applications due to its rich phytochemical composition. The plant contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, terpenoids, alkaloids, and phenolic compounds, which exhibit diverse pharmacological properties. Studies have demonstrated its potential as an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, hepatoprotective, analgesic, and wound-healing agent. Additionally, Lantana camara has shown promise in diabetes management, cancer treatment, and as a natural insecticide. However, despite its therapeutic potential, concerns regarding its toxicity and proper dosage must be addressed through further research. This review highlights the medicinal benefits, phytochemistry, and pharmacological significance of Lantana camara, emphasizing the need for more clinical studies to validate its efficacy and safety in modern medicine.
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Copyright © 2025 Sanika Dilip Gawari. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
