Vol. 12, Issue 11 (2023)

Author(s):
Anubhuti Dwivedi and Trupti Mayee Kalta

Abstract:
The state of Chhattisgarh is regarded as the nation's heart as it is situated in the centre of the country. This state is widely recognized for its mineral resources and agricultural industry. In addition to these specializations, the state is renowned for its indigenous people's way of life, culture, and traditions. Within the borders of Chhattisgarh lies a little known culture that is considered unusual. Many regional and international scholars are still interested in learning more about their way of life and culture. The availability of certain potential minerals and trees with pharmaceutical and nutraceutical benefits, from which indigenous people were accustomed to gathering beneficial parts, is one factor that significantly impacts their quality of life. For example, Mahua (Madhuca indica), one of the most significant trees, yields a variety of non-medicinal and medicinal products that are essential to their well-being and prosperity. We have covered both medicinal (such as hepatoprotectivity, antibacterial, wound healing, skin protectively, and bone joining potentials) and non-medicinal (such as nutraceutical, alcohol fermentation, food, soap, oil, and candy manufacturing) qualities in this review. In summary, while few characteristics of these plants have been determined, a variety of them have not yet been put to use.