Chemical contents and medical importance of Dianthus caryophyllus- A review

Abstract

Phytochemical analysis of Dianthus caryophyllus showed that it contained triterpenes, alkaloids, coumaruns, cyanogenic glycoside, cyanidin, pelargonidin, the yellow isosalipurposide, essential oil, volatile oil and many other chemical contents. Pharmacological studies revealed that the plant possessed anticancer, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, insecticidal, repellent, antioxidant, reno-protective, anesthetic and analgesic effects. The current review highlights the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects of Dianthus caryophyllus.