Terminalia bellirica (Gaertn.) Roxb. (Combretaceae): a medicinal tree of India

Terminalia bellirica, commonly known as Belleric Myrobalan, is a significant medicinal tree native to India and other parts of Southeast Asia. Esteemed in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani, T. bellirica is renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties. The tree is rich in bioactive compounds, including tannins, flavonoids, phenolic acids, saponins, and triterpenoids. These compounds impart a wide range of pharmacological activities, including potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, and hypolipidemic values. The present study highlights the importance of T. bellirica in traditional medicine and modern therapeutic applications.