A Comprehensive Review of Botanical Characterization, Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Effects and Quality Control of Ipomoea Eriocarpa

Abstract

Ipomoea eriocarpa, known as Tiny Morning Glory, is a popular herb used in treating fever, ulcers, leprosy, rheumatism, migraines, epilepsy, cattle wounds, and menstrual distress. This narrative review examines the scientific evidence about the traditional utilization of Ipomoea eriocarpa, focusing on its botanical attributes, cultivation, geographical distribution, phytochemical composition, pharmacological impacts, ethnomedical uses, toxicity, and quality assurance measures. The study utilized data from various online scientific databases throughout the past decade. Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, CNKI, Google Scholar, Elsevier, Wiley, ACS publications, SpringerLink, and Dr. C. P. Khare's, “Indian Medicinal Plants” following PRISMA guidelines. ChemBio Draw Ultra Version 16.0 and BioRender were used to draw phytochemical structures and figures. Ipomoea eriocarpa contains various phytoconstituents, including phenols, terpenoids, alkaloids, proteins, carbohydrates, and phytosterols. To date, 17 chemical ingredients have been isolated from Ipomoea eriocarpa. Preclinical research has also revealed that Ipomoea eriocarpa has a variety of other uses, such as antibacterial, antiarthritic, antidiabetic, antisecretory, antinociceptive, antipyretic, anthelmintic, and antiurolithiatic action. No signs of toxicity were reported at petroleum ether extract concentrations of 100, 200, and 400 mg/kg oral. This investigation suggests that Ipomoea eriocarpa could be a significant source of future herbal medications. However, research investigating more findings of phytoconstituents is still limited, and more research can be emphasized based on the molecular and cellular levels. Further research is needed to understand the scientific connection between traditional medicinal applications and the pharmacological effects of Ipomoea eriocarpa, its bioactive components' mechanism of action, and potential toxicity.