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<p>The Malvaceae family is a significant plant family, not only in terms of economic value, with genera such as <i>Gossypium</i>, <i>Hibiscus</i>, <i>Malva</i>, and <i>Urena</i>, but also for its contributions to traditional medicine and as a food source. Among them, <i>Urena lobata</i> stands out for its substantial benefits to the community, offering economic, medicinal, and nutritional value. Economically, the plant produces durable and environmentally friendly fiber. Historically, it has served as a famine food for African communities and is also considered a safe and nutritious feed for livestock. The most remarkable contribution of <i>Urena lobata</i> lies in its medicinal properties. Traditional remedies have used this plant to treat digestive disorders, colds, asthma, and even as a contraceptive. Scientific studies have investigated its phytochemical composition, revealing a diverse range of compounds, including flavonoids, lignans, megastigmane, sterols, phenolics, and alkaloids. Researches have further validated several traditional medicinal uses through biological activity studies, demonstrating antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antifertility, antidepressant, and antidiarrheal properties. This review further consolidates and expands on new aspects regarding the traditional uses, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological activities of <i>U. lobata</i>, while highlighting its potential for effective utilization in the future.</p>

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Urena lobata L. (Malvaceae): traditional use, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological potential–an updated mini review

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年1月19日

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  • Pham Van Huyen,
  • Tran Thi Ngoc Hanh,
  • Nguyen Thi Thu Hien,
  • Nguyen Huu Huong Duyen,
  • Nguyen Thi Dieu Thuan,
  • Nguyen Huu Toan Phan,
  • Quach Van Hoi

摘要

The Malvaceae family is a significant plant family, not only in terms of economic value, with genera such as Gossypium, Hibiscus, Malva, and Urena, but also for its contributions to traditional medicine and as a food source. Among them, Urena lobata stands out for its substantial benefits to the community, offering economic, medicinal, and nutritional value. Economically, the plant produces durable and environmentally friendly fiber. Historically, it has served as a famine food for African communities and is also considered a safe and nutritious feed for livestock. The most remarkable contribution of Urena lobata lies in its medicinal properties. Traditional remedies have used this plant to treat digestive disorders, colds, asthma, and even as a contraceptive. Scientific studies have investigated its phytochemical composition, revealing a diverse range of compounds, including flavonoids, lignans, megastigmane, sterols, phenolics, and alkaloids. Researches have further validated several traditional medicinal uses through biological activity studies, demonstrating antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antifertility, antidepressant, and antidiarrheal properties. This review further consolidates and expands on new aspects regarding the traditional uses, phytochemical composition, and pharmacological activities of U. lobata, while highlighting its potential for effective utilization in the future.