Securing nature’s pharmacy: investigating conservation and drug discovery potential in Curcuma caesia through germplasm characterization and threatened status analysis

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Keywords: n Curcuma caesian , Medicinal plant, Genetic diversity, Drug plants, Endangered species


Abstract


Curcuma caesia Roxb. is an important medicinal herb in the Zingiberaceae family. It is endemic to North East and Central India. Since time immemorial, it has been traditionally used for treating various ailments. Beyond its role in traditional medicine, C. caesia holds untapped potential as a reservoir for novel drugs. Recent studies on its phytochemical and pharmacological properties support this, highlighting its promise as a source for developing innovative therapeutics. However, it is currently categorized as an endangered species due to ever-increasing demand, climate instability, and overexploitation. Additionally, many genotypes of this plant have been lost, creating a genetic bottleneck that hinders its further improvement. Thus, it is essential to conserve this germplasm to ensure future use and restore genetic diversity. This review provides an overview of the current state of Curcuma, with a focus on its potential as a source of novel drugs, its genetic relationships and significance, its threatened status, and the challenges it faces. This synthesis aims to lay the foundation for future research, conservation strategies, sustainable management, and the effective utilization of this economically important species.

n                     Curcuma caesian                  , Medicinal plant, Genetic diversity, Drug plants, Endangered species


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Department of Botany, University of Science and Technology Meghalaya, Meghalaya, India