Noni (Morinada citrifolia) the wonder plant : history and future perspective
2011
Singh, Aunrudh K.
Presently the distribution is pantropical. Thought, it is a shy plant, yet it persists well even under adverse conditions. All parts of the plant have traditional and/or modern uses. Roots and bark are for dyes and medicine; trunks for firewood and tools; and leaves and fruits for food medicine. Agriculturally, it is well suited for intercropping within traditional agroforestry subsistence farming systems. A renewed interest in studying botanicals that were used in traditional healing systems has brought Noni in the forefront for further bio-prospecting and use. Scientific studies have shown that Noni consists of more than 160 phytochemicals with potential to stimulate the immune system, purify the blood, inhibit tumor growth, regulate proper cell function, regenerate damaged cells etc. in light of the developments, the present article discusses in detail, the history, botany, origin and distribution, potential use, and future perspective of Noni plant in agriculture as a crop to supplement food, nutraceuticals for health care and a medicine for curing a range of diseases, and in production of large number of other by-products, thereby increasing farmers' income and human wellness.
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