Cissus

Cissus quadrangularis L. is commonly known as Asthisamhari is a succulent plant of family Vitaceae commonly found throughout the hotter parts of India. It can be cultivated in plains coastal areas, jungles and wastelands up to 500m elevation. Plant is propagated using cuttings.

Geographical Distribution
Found throughout the hotter parts of India alongside hedges, neighboring countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Malaysia. It can be cultivated in plains coastal areas, jungles and wastelands upto 500m elevation.

Bioactive compounds

Phytochemical studies of Cissus quadrangularis have shown the presence of various versatile constituents such as flavanoids, triterpenoids, Vitamin C, stilbene derivatives and many others, e.g. resveratrol, piceatannol, pallidol perthenocissin and phytosterols. Out of which ascorbic acid, triterpene, β-sitosterol, ketosteroid, two asymmetrical tetracyclic triterpenoids and calcium were identified as major constituents of this plant.

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CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS EXTRACT

3-ketosteroid
2.5% - 5% by Gravimetric

CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS EXTRACT

Total Ketosterones
NLT- 40% by Gravimetric

Pharmacological Activity

Allergies
Asthma
Body building
Cancer
Diabetes
Gout
High cholesterol
Aids in weight loss
Boost immune system
Loss of appetite (anorexia)
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
Prevents heart disorders
Aids in quick healing of wounds

Improves bone and dental health
Rich in anti-inflammatory properties
Aids in reducing risk of type II diabetes
Provides relief from respiratory disorders
Relieves menstrual cramps and discomfort
Osteoporosis
Pain
Malaria
Rheumatoid arthritis
Scurvy
Seizures
Upset stomach
Wound healing

Traditional uses

The roots and stems are most useful for healing of fracture of the bones. The plant has been documented in Ayurveda for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. The stem juice of plant is used to treat scurvy, menstrual disorders, otorrhoea and epistaxis. The use of sap with tamarind has been reported in East Africa for the treatment of gonorrhea. The plant is useful in helminthiasis, anorexic, dyspepsia, colic, flatulence, skin diseases, leprosy, hemorrhage, epilepsy, convulsion, haemoptysis, tumors, chronic ulcers, swellings. The stout fleshy quadrangular stem is traditionally used for treatment of gastritis constipation, eye diseases, piles and anemia.