Vol. 11, Issue 7 (2022)

Author(s):
Swedha S

Abstract:
Medicinal use of various plant components such as leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, seeds, roots, or the entire plant has a long history in various cultures. Averrhoa bilimbi, commonly known as bilimbi, is a folk cure for a variety of medical conditions. It is a attractive, long-lived tropical tree that grows to be 5-10 metres tall. It has a small trunk with several erect branches. Coughs, beri-beri, and biliousness are all treated with the fruit preserve. The fruit's syrup is used to treat fevers and inflammation, as well as to halt rectal bleeding and relieve internal haemorrhoids. On itches, mumps and rheumatic swellings, and skin eruptions, the leaves are administered as a paste or poultice. The leaves contain anti-diabetic and anti-lipidemic properties. Coughs and thrush are claimed to be helped by a flower infusion. Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Salmonella enteritidis are all susceptible to the leaves and fruit extract. This review aims at compiling the potential benefits and value added products of Averrhoa bilimbi Linn.