Pharmacological Insights into Curcuma Caesia Roxb. (Black Turmeric): A Review of Biologically Active Ingredients and their Medicinal Applications

Abstract

Black turmeric, or Curcuma caesia Roxb., is a member of the Zingiberaceae family. Black turmeric is indigenous to the Himalayan area of India. The main components of this plant are used extensively in Ayurvedic medicine and as traditional treatments for a wide range of ailments, including colds, coughs, discomfort, and digestive problems. Numerous phytochemicals, such as tannins, terpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids, phenol, phytosterol, quinones, and saponins, are found in the rhizome and leaves of Curcuma caesia Roxb. Curcuma caesia's biological activities, including as its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties, are attributed to the presence of these bioactive components. This article's goal was to give a summary of current clinical research as well as recent investigations on the in vitro and in vivo activities of Curcuma caesia. The development of medications, functional food ingredients, and food items can all benefit from this important information.