• Subreena Sidiq
• Subreena Sidiq

Abstract: Fritillaria roylei (Liliacece) is an important medicinal herb of the Astavarga group, distributed in sub-alpine to alpine regions of the Himalayas. Fritillaria naturally grows in the temperate region of Northern Hemisphere and mainly distributes in Central Asia, Mediterranean region, and North America. Its bulbs are an important constituent of many medicines and health tonics. The species is important constituent of Astavarga, Chyavanprash and other Ayurvedic preparations The dried bulbs from a dozen species of this genus have been usually used as herbal medicine, named Beimu in China. Beimu had rich sources of phytochemicals and have extensively applied to respiratory diseases including coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Fritillaria species have alkaloids that act as the main active components that contribute multiple biological activities, including anti-tussive, expectorant, and anti-asthmatic effects, especially against certain respiratory diseases. Other compounds (terpenoids, steroidal saponins, and phenylpropanoids) have also been identified in species of Fritillaria.

Fritillaria roylei,Tradational uses,Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, Etano-medico botany, Antitussive.

"Fritillaria roylei (Liliaceae). Traditional Use, Phytochemistry and Pharmocology", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 10, page no.e224-e229, October-2021, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2110446.pdf

"Fritillaria roylei (Liliaceae). Traditional Use, Phytochemistry and Pharmocology", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 10, page no. ppe224-e229, October-2021, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2110446.pdf