It is a shrubby evergreen tree up to 10 meters in height. These health benefits of citrus aurantifolia are associated with its high. The above description of the uses of citrus in traditional and popular medicine refers mainly to mediterranean countries. Traditional uses of medicinal plants in polonnaruwa. Theyare native to parts of india, china, northern australia, and new caledonia. These properties have been found to include anticancer, antiviral, antiinflammatory activities, effects on capillary fragility, and an ability to inhibit human platelet aggregation. The antioxidant capacity of any flavonoid will be determined by a. Department of cosmeceutics, china medical university, taichung 404. Pdf evaluation of the antimicrobial properties of different parts of. Ethnomedical importance of citrus aurantifolia christm swingle onyilofe sunday enejoh, ibukun oladejo ogunyemi, madu smart bala, isaiah sotonye oruene, mohammed musa suleiman, suleiman folorunsho ambali abstract citrus aurantifolia is an important medicinal and food plant widely cultivated in many parts of the world. Citrus species citrus introduction citrus species are small to mediumsize shrubs or trees that are cultivated throughout the tropics and subtropics. Citrus peel essential oils have an impressive range of food and medicinal uses.
Enclosed is the draft report of the safety assessment of citrus fruitderived ingredients as used in cosmetics. Citrus aurantifolia i thought permaculturepff explorers might be interested in this louis glowinski in the complete book of fruit growing in australia says the tahitian lime as opposed to the mexican lime is almost as hardy as the lemon. Antimicrobial activity of syzygium aromaticum and citrus aurantifolia essential oils against some microbes in khartoum, sudan. Apr 12, 2016 common examples are the seville orange or bitter orange citrus aurantium and bergamot orange citrus bergamia. They are evergreen where rainfall occurs all year, or deciduous if there is a dry season. The key lime is also common in the united states and is also known as the mexican lime or citrus aurantifolia. Traditional uses of medicinal plants in polonnaruwa district. Contains high amount of flavor it helps to improve the immune system fighting against forming of free radical causes of tumor and cancer. Very terse details of medicinal uses of plants with a wide range of references and details of research into the plants. It has been used for kitchen food seasoning, removing the fishy smell on some meats, to smooth and brighten the skin.
Digestive problems, loss of appetite, detoxifying, cellulite, throat infection, tonsillitis, sore throat, influenza, lethargy, chronic fatigue, mental exhaustion from the complete book of essential oils and aromatherapy by valerie ann wormwood, page 600. This sour citrus fruit can do what many specialist medicines cannot. Cronicon open access ec microbiology research article antimicrobial activity of syzygium aromaticum and citrus aurantifolia essential oils against some microbes in khartoum, sudan sameer g mohamed1 and ali m badri2 1faculty of medicinal laboratory sciences, international university of africa, khartoum, sudan 2department of microbiology, faculty of medicinal laboratory sciences. Issn22495746 international journal of ayurvedic and. There are many reports on a wide range of activities such as antiinflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, metabolic, cardiovascular and neuroprotective effects. True limes form a diverse group with two natural clusters. Citrus aurantifolia was also used for cold fevers, sore throats, sinusitis and bronchitis, as well as helping asthma. From times immemorial, whole orange plant including ripe and unripe fruits, juice, orange peels, leaves and flowers are used as a traditional medicine. She also provided voluminous tables listing medicinal uses according to. A small lime, ripening to yellow, although often used when green. Top 150 list of essential oils with free cheat sheet. After the discovery of america, cultivation of the most widely used citrus species spread to the new world. Common examples are the seville orange or bitter orange citrus aurantium and bergamot orange citrus bergamia. It is valued for its nutritional qualities and numerous health benefits.
Ethnomedicine is gaining admiration since years but still there is abundant medicinal flora which is unrevealed through research. Spices of the genus fagara have been found to have antimicrobial activities. Citrus fruits are the most important fruit tree crop in the world, with an annual production of over 120 million tons, of which oranges constitute about 60% of the total production, followed by tangerines with about 20%. In the present study we investigated the variation in the yield and chemical composition of the essential oils isolated from fresh, ambient, and ovendried peels of three citrus species namely citrus reticulata c. Learn more about lime uses, effectiveness, possible side effects, interactions, dosage, user ratings and products that contain lime. Fruits of citrus aurantifolia christm were collected from gardens near the shiraz city, fars province. Leaves and bark of psidium guajava are also used in medicine that helps to treat disorders of the digestive system and menstrual problems. To summarize the numerous evidences on the potential of citrus juices and their extracts as anticancer agents. Uses, side effects, interactions, dosage, and warning. Citrus aurantium bitter orange, sour orange, bergamot. The juice of the fruit is used to treat viccis, a fever that leads to a desire to sleep and uncontrollably relaxed digestive muscles 348 the juice is added to various medicinal preparations, especially for the treatment of diarrhoea, chest colds and fevers 238, 348. The study was conducted to assess the in vitro antimicrobial potential and also determine the minimum inhibitory concentration mic of citrus sinensis peel extracts with a view of searching a novel extract as a remedy for dental caries pathogens. A lime from french lime, from arabic lima, from persian limu, lemon is a citrus fruit, which is typically round, green in color, 36 centimetres 1. Flavonoids are a widely distributed group of polyphenolic compounds with healthrelated properties, which are based in their antioxidant activity.
Citrus aurantium bitter orange, sour orange, bergamot orange. Characterization of limes citrus aurantifolia grown in. Some citrus plants are known to originate in the area ranging from northeastern. In the present study we investigated the variation in the yield and chemical composition of the essential oils isolated from fresh, ambient, and ovendried peels of three citrus species namely citrus. Philippine herbal medicine an illustrated compilation of philippine medicinal plants by dr godofredo stuart, with botanical information, chemical properties and folkloric uses and research studies. It is used as grafting stock for citrus trees, in marmalade, and. The leaves are sometimes said to be medicinal, might be worth a try in cooler places. Pdf in this study, the essential oil of citrus aurantifolia christm. Nov 20, 2019 however, many researchers include lime citrus aurantiifolia, citrus micrantha and citrus halmii in the list of true citrus species along with the three listed above janick and paull, 2008. The benefits of lime citrus aurantifolia for women are even more so.
Evaluation of the antimicrobial properties of different parts of citrus aurantifolia lime fruit. Citrus aurantium is an evergreen tree growing to 9 m 29ft by 6 m 19ft. Journal of medicinal plant research, 5, 36973701 2011. Sri lanka harbors over 3000 plant species, and most of these plants have been of immense importance in the traditional systems of medicine in the country. They also contain coumarins such as bergapten which sensitizes the skin to sunlight. Here we have compiled 150 of the top essential oils available on the market, in our opinion. Orange citrus sinensis is well known for its nutritional and medicinal properties throughout the world. She relied on observational reports as well as published biochemical, medical, and pharmacological research to establish and suggest that specific citrus species do, in fact, have specific medicinal uses. This list is organized alphabetically by the common essential oil name. These limes have a fair amount of juice and are larger than most other types of lime.
The official journal of isfahan university of medical sciences. Pdf antimicrobial activity and chemical composition of citrus. Here are just 12 benefits citrus oils offer, plus you will find ways to use these oils and essential oil blend recipes as well to try. The close connection between traditional and modern sources for ethno pharmacological uses of c. The supernatant was removed with the currently, there are studies that support the popular uses of many commonly used medicinal plants. Anticancer potential of citrus juices and their extracts. Citrus limon is an evergreen shrub growing to 3 m 9ft by 1 m 3ft 3in at a medium rate. Aug 08, 2016 the benefits of lime citrus aurantifolia for women are even more so. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region. Citrus essential oils offer a variety of benefits for health and wellness. Citrus aurantifolia lime juice negatively influences estrous. Citrus in traditional medicine citrus medicinal plants. Issn22495746 international journal of ayurvedic and herbal. The medicinal uses of citrus aurantium were first recorded in chinese medical literature dating back to.
Ethnomedical importance of citrus aurantifolia christm. However, there are other uses rooted in the popular belief, with no scientific backing. Rutaceae rue family, citrus family medicinal use of bitter orange. The pickled fruit, with other substances, is poulticed on the head to allay neuralgia. Use of citrus ijppr, vol 6, issue 3, septembernovember 2014, 606611 page 607 room temperature. This research is on the identification and traditional uses of some medicinal.
Citrus aurantifolia is an important medicinal and food plant widely cultivated in. Lime, bearing the scientific name citrus aurantifolia, is being used for ages for treatment of various ailments. Safety assessment of citrus fruitderived ingredients as. The species is hermaphrodite has both male and female organs and is pollinated by apomictic reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion, insects. The plant is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, antiviral, antifungal, anthelmintic, astringent, diuretic, mosquito bite repellent. In the united states, the most common type of lime sold in the typical grocery store is known as the persian lime, or citrus latifoli. Both juice and peel demonstrated antioxidant properties, but the excessive consumption of lime juice. Lime juice dispels the irritation and swelling of mosquito bites. Citrus aurantifolia is an important medicinal and food plant widely cultivated in many parts of the world. Ethnomedical importance of citrus aurantifolia christm swingle. It is identified as cfruit032015rep in the pdf document. The seeds of citrus aurantifolia fruits, the waste of the fruit processing industry, are used to produce seed oil by the cold physical expression of these seeds. Identification and traditional uses of some common.
Limonene is in parts richer in lime oils, mainly in the cortex because it contains essential oil glands, like all citrus, so you should also squeeze this part when making lime fruit juice. In malaya, the juice is taken as a tonic and to relieve stomach ailments. Jun 30, 2017 the databases were searched for relevant studies that included at least one keyword or medical subject heading from each of the following. The antioxidant properties of citrus aurantifolia peel and leaves from different. Swingle is a citrus species that is a popular ingredient in many cuisines. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region the roots are boiled, the water mixed with alcohol, and drunk to abort a foetus up to six weeks old 348. An essential oil from the fruit rind is used in aromatherapy. The key lime is usually picked while it is still green, but it becomes yellow when ripe. They are grown on most occasions for fruit production, although, because of the beauty of its evergreen leaves and the scent of the flowers, we can find gardening cultivated varieties, which are usually planted in large parks or isolated species in gardens. Citrus aurantifolia is an important medicinal and food plant widely cultivated.
Mexican limes are often made into jam, jelly and marmalade. Safety assessment of citrus fruitderived ingredients as used. Citrus aurantiifolia lime, key lime, mexican lime, mexican. Page 31 practices used for the treatment of piles and diabetes mellitus in oyo state, nigeria. Flavor is excellent and is used to make key lime pie. Citrus species contain a wide range of active ingredients and research is still underway in finding uses for them. Although there is a rich reserve of indigenous knowledge on medicinal plants, indepth studies have not been pursued yet to compile the ethnoflora with traditional medicinal applications for the scientific community. The leaves and fruits have many medicinal uses, some of which are linked with the belief that limes drive way evil spirits. They are rich in vitamin c, flavonoids, acids and volatile oils.
Limonene is a chemical constituent found in the peels of citrus fruits. Vitamin c is involved in the formation of bone tissue, which favors greater bone health and prevent osteoporosis by. Nutritional value and pharmacological importance of citrus. Top 150 list of essential oils with free cheat sheet updated 2020. At the march 2014 meeting, the panel tabled further discussion of 198 citrusderived ingredients to allow cir staff to. Key lime pie is a famous dish of the florida keys and southern florida, but today is largely made from the frozen concentrate of the tahiti lime. Lime juice is made into sirup and sauce and pies similar to lemon pie. The first fruit that comes to our minds when it comes to medicinal uses is perhaps the good old lime. An overview of citrus aurantium used in treatment of various. All are trees with white fragrant flowers and spherical orange fruits, and by and large they all originated in southeast asia. While numerous effects of citrus fruits are described in medicinal plants of china by duke and ayensu, the orange fruit is antiemetic, antitussive, diaphoretic, digestive, carminative and expectorant, and can be used to treat abdominal pain, diarrhoea, chest congestion, cancer, hematachezia, rectal prolapse, rectocele, splenitis, stomach ailments, tenesmus, uterine prolapse. There are several different trees referred to as limes, and therefore different lime fruits. The most economically important genera in the family are citrus, which includes the orange citrus sinensis, lemon citrus limon, grapefruit citrus paradisi, and lime mostly citrus aurantifolia as well as zanthoxylum or fagara and agathosma.
Fruit, peel, leaves, flowers, seeds, essential oil. Abstract citrus trifoliata aka poncirus trifoliata, trifoliate orange has become an aggressive colonizer in. They are rich in vitamin c, bioflavonoids, acids and volatile oils. Antimicrobial effects of citrus sinensis peel extracts. The key lime tends to be more aromatic in flavor and scent than other limes. During the last decades, a huge body of evidence has been accumulated suggesting that citrus fruits and their juices might have a role in preventing many diseases including cancer. Women have been use the lime citrus aurantifolia for face mask, and other beauty use. An infusion of the leaves, combined with renealmia guianensis leaves, is drunk to induce an abortion. Pdf we investigated the potency of citrus aurantifolia lime fruit, against. The chemical composition of essential oils hydrodistilled from the leaves of citrus aurantifolia swingle and citrus reticulata blanco from nigeria were being reported. Plants known as lime the difficulty in identifying exactly which species of fruit are called lime in different parts of the englishspeaking world and the same problem applies to homonyms in other european languages is increased by the botanical complexity of the citrus genus itself, to which the majority of limes belong. It is in leaf all year, in flower from april to june. Citrus aurantifolia citrus aurantifolia was used traditionally as laxative, appetizer, stomachic, digestive, anthelmintic, dyspepsia, flatulence and helmenthiasis55.
Yield and chemical composition of citrus essential oils as. Department of pharmacology, college of medicine, thi qar university, iraq. Experimental effect of feeding on ricinus communis and bougainvillea glabra on the development of the sand fly phlebotomus papatasi diptera. In india, the pickled fruit is eaten to relieve indigestion. Strengthens the small blood vessels, protects against rheumatoid arthritis and reduces the risk of cell membranes being damage caused the forming of free radical due to high. Plants have played key roles as sources of drugs in traditional and orthodox medicine. Antioxidant effects of citrus aurantifolia christm juice and peel.
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