Phytochemical comparison and evaluation of anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic activity of three source plants of Jivanti-an important Ayurvedic drug

Abstract Background In Ayurveda, Jivanti is an important Rasayana drug that increases the energy level of body. The botanical source in a situation controversy. root Leptadenia reticulata genuine plant for as per Ayurvedic Pharmacopeia India. However, other species such Holostemma ada-kodien and Flickingeria nodosa are also used plants various parts country. objective this study to identify scientifically validated alternative by phytochemical pharmacological evaluation. Results study, anti-inflammatory anti-diabetic activities were evaluated along with their comparison. H. showed significant activity when compared L. . Conclusion concluded possibility using substitute industry. Graphical abstract