2024, Vol. 12, Issue 1, Part B

author(s)
Gogula Bhargavi, Gaddam Uma Maheswara Rao, Kaka Sai Vivek and Dr. P Vijetha

abstract
Cinnamomum tamala is a multifunctional evergreen shrub native to India. The plant goes by many names, including Indian cassia, Tejpatta, and Indian bay leaf. Because of the presence of major phytoconstituents, all parts of the plant are useful for the treatment of various diseases or disorders such as cancer, cardiac diseases, diabetes, anxiety, depression, ulcer, GI diseases, and possess many pharmacological activities such as anti-oxidant, anti-hypercholesterolemia, anti-diarrhoeal, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antibacterial, and others. In ancient times, the plant was also utilised for its therapeutic purpose, and because it has fragrant properties, it is used in the perfumery industry, as a mouth refresher, and to remove undesirable odours from the body and mouth. It is also employed in the pharmaceutical sector. The plant's leaves have flavouring agent properties and are used as a flavouring ingredient in foods such as curry, fast food, pickles, and spices. The primary goal of this review/study was to promote and improve awareness of the utilisation of this versatile evergreen plant.