Decoding Sanjeevani: An Ethnobotanical, Pharmacological, and Historical Perspective on its Potential
Keywords:
Sanjeevani, Ethnobotany, Medicinal Potential, Phytochemical Analysis, Traditional Medicine, Bioactive Compounds, Pharmacological PropertiesAbstract
Sanjeevani, the revered medicinal plant of great heritage in Indian mythology and traditional medicine, has fascinated herbalists and scientists alike for many centuries. In spite of much controversy regarding botanical classification, several plant species including Selaginella bryopteris and Cressa cretica have been nominated as likely possibilities. The current study investigates Sanjeevani from ethnobotanical, pharmacological, and historical perspectives in order to determine its therapeutic prospect.
Ethnobotanical research has shown that a number of plants connected with Sanjeevani are used in Ayurveda and folk medicine for their healing, adaptogenic, and wound-healing action. Pharmacological studies have shown that these plants have bioactive phytochemicals with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective activity, which may justify their traditional use for their potential to heal. There is limited scientific evidence, and further clinical trials are required.
Sanjeevani has always been considered a miraculous drug, and most noticeably is mentioned in the Ramayana for reviving unconscious warriors. The article tries to analyze ancient texts, myths, and modern perceptions in an effort to close the gap between legend and science.
Employing an interdisciplinary strategy, the research in this study hopes to enlighten on the medicinal importance of Sanjeevani by highlighting serious pharmacological evaluations, conservation practices, and merging local knowledge with modern medicine. Through the translation of Sanjeevani’s ancient heritage, this research adds to the understanding of medicinal plants in whole-healing medication and what they can do in modern medicine.
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