• Mrs. Revathy Sivan
• Abin B. Marshal
• Ajith Kumar S
• Jasna J
• Nithra M A

Medicinal plants are a blessing to humans since they are being used to treat existing and emerging ailments, either directly or indirectly. However, the availability of such plants, as well as their characteristics, has an essential impact. The creeping inch plant, traditionally recognized as Callisia repens or turtle vine, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Commelinaceae family. Due to its many therapeutic qualities, this plant has attracted interest. Flavonoids, saponins, phenolic compounds and essential oils are the phytochemical composition of Callisia repens contribute to its therapeutic potential. The presence of phenolic compounds and flavonoids in large quantities largely explains its antioxidant character that helps in free radical scavenging as well as oxidative stress reduction. Moreover, Callisia repens has revealed potential in controlling diabetes. Generally, Callisia repens has a considerable medicinal value, whose efficacy is supported by both modern research and traditional use It is important that more scientific evidence on the pharmacology of this plant should be found through additional studies along with identifying its potential value in modern medicine. The aim of this review is to provide a detailed information of the plant Callisia repens.

Callisia repens, General information, Morphological Characteristics, Genetic Studies, Phytochemical and Medicinal Properties.

" Exploring the Wonders of Callisia Repens: A Comprehensive Research Insight", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.j325-j330, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406934.pdf

" Exploring the Wonders of Callisia Repens: A Comprehensive Research Insight", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppj325-j330, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406934.pdf