Antibacterial Activity of Psoralea cordifolia Linn.: A Systematic Review

Background

Psoralea cordifolia Linn. is also known as Bakuchi in Sanskrit and is found all over India. It has long been known for its therapeutic benefits and use in a variety of ailments. This plant belongs to the Fabaceae family, which serves a crucial role in maintaining a disease-free society. The antibacterial function of P. cordifolia L. is widely known.

Objectives

The goal of this systematic review was to collect and evaluate data from in vitro studies on the antibacterial activity of P. cordifolia Linn.

Materials and Methods

As a result, a systematic review was conducted using published literature gathered from Pubmed and Google Scholar till 2023. In total, 200 articles were found using a computer-based search engine. PubMed, Google Scholar and other databases were examined to investigate the anti-inflammatory properties of P. cordifolia L. Following the screening, 20 articles that met the requirements were chosen. P. cordifolia Linn. plant leaves, fruits, roots, seeds and their extract were employed to detect the various activities.

Results

The design and outcomes of the twenty selected research varied greatly.

Conclusion

The study finds that the varied extract of different parts and formulations and the chemical compounds of P. cordifolia L. that operate against the bacterial population that confirmed its antibacterial effectiveness. All the studies show Bakuchiol and Bavachin have more antibacterial activity as compared to others.