• Anushka Ashish Chavan
• Sunayana Ghodgaonkar
• Limaya Deshmukh
• Tanmay Chavan

Carica papaya L., a plant native to Southern America and introduced to India in the 16th century, exhibits a range of medicinal properties attributed to its bioactive compounds. Various parts of the plant, such as seeds, leaves, and latex, contain phytochemicals with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-helminthic, wound-healing, and anti-malarial properties. The papain enzyme, present in the latex, is instrumental in wound healing by breaking down dead tissue and aiding the formation of healthy cells. Papaya seeds demonstrate strong anti-helminthic activity due to benzyl isothiocyanate, effectively expelling intestinal parasites. The fruit and leaves of the plant have shown promising anti-cancer effects by inhibiting the proliferation of cancer cells, particularly in breast, prostate, and colon cancers. Papaya’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties make it useful for managing arthritis and protecting cells from free radical damage.

Carica papaya ,phytochemicals, papain enzyme ,lycopene, carotenoids.

"Pharmacological activity of carica papaya linn.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no.f119-f125, December-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412515.pdf

"Pharmacological activity of carica papaya linn.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 12, page no. ppf119-f125, December-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2412515.pdf