Journal of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Sciences

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Cyclotides: Promising plant peptides for sustainable pest management and crop protection

Jisna Thadeus1,2, Prema Gauri Vasudev1,2*

2025, 47(3), 118-135

The rising threat of crop losses due to insect resistance and restrictions on chemical pesticides has created a demand for sustainable pest control solutions. Recently, peptides have gained attention as an effective crop-protection agent. Among them, a unique family of cyclic peptides known as c…

10.62029/jmaps.v47i3.jisna, May 18, 2026

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Medicinal plants traditionally used for gastrointestinal disorders, dermatological disorders, and orthopedic disorders in Tripura, India

Izenti Reang1*, Anita Tomar2

2025, 47(3), 136-147

Ethnomedicinal plants play a crucial role in traditional healthcare practices and cultural traditions of different communities. This study aims to provide an overview of the ethnomedicinal plants found in Tripura and their traditional uses. A total of 98 plant species belonging to 54 families ha…

10.62029/jmaps.v47i3.reang, May 18, 2026

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Seed bio-priming with Trichoderma spp. enhances germination and seedling vigour in Oroxylum indicum

Sushmita Uniyal1*, Amar Nath Singh2, Amit Pandey3

2025, 47(3), 148-152

Oroxylum indicum is an important medicinal plant. Due to its extensive use in many ayurvedic formulations, it is in high demand. Its natural population is declining due to over-exploitation and habitat destruction. The plant propagates mainly through seeds; however, low seed viability …

10.62029/jmaps.v47i3.uniyal, May 18, 2026

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Exploring the medicinal potential of Nyctanthes arbor-tristis leaves: Phytochemical profiling and immunological effects in the avian system

Anamitra Ruj1, Lata Paliwal1, Sonu Ambwani1*, Tanuj Kumar Ambwani2

2025, 47(3), 153-161

Antioxidants are vital compounds that play a key role in safeguarding the body against damage induced by oxidative stress. Since ancient times, a variety of ailments have been managed by modulating the immune system through the use of medicinal plants. The poultry industry is particularly vulner…

10.62029/jmaps.v47i3.ruj, May 18, 2026

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In-vivo safety profile of Withania somnifera in Charles Foster rats

Ruchi Kumari1, Anirban Pal1, Madan Mohan Gupta2, Dayanandan Mani1, Debabrata Chanda1*

2025, 47(3), 162-167

Acute and sub-acute toxicity experiments with aqueous extracts of the leaf and root of Withania somnifera were carried out in male and female Charles Foster (CF) rats, including HPLC fingerprinting of the extracts. In an acute toxicity study with the extracts at 2000 mg/kg body weight …

10.62029/jmaps.v47i3.kumari, May 18, 2026

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