The Phytochemical Constituents of Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha)

Abstract

Withania somnifera   is a well known Indian medicinal plant widely used in the treatment of many clinical conditions in India. Unani system of medicine, roots of

Withania somnifera commonly known as Asgand are used for the medicinal properties. Two varieties of Asgand have been mentioned in classical Unani literatue: 1) Asgand Nagori and 2) Asgand Dakani.

Asgand Nagori is preferred for its more potential medicinal properties.

The roots of Withania somnifera consist primarily of compounds known as withanolides, which are believed to account for its extraordinary medicinal properties.

Keywords: Ginger, Withania somnifera Asgand