Review of the Chemical Properties, Pharmacological Properties, and Development Studies of Cymbopogon sp.

Abstract

Cymbopogon is a genus of aromatic plants that famed because of the essential oil production that has many benefit in industrial, daily life, or even for disease treatment. The Cymbopogon genus consists of about 180 plants, including different species, subspecies, varieties, and subvarieties. The aim of this review is to present chemical properties, pharmacological, and development of the Cymbopogon genus from books and research studies. There were many types of research that have been done to prove the benefits of the Cymbopogon genus, including studies about the extract, essential oil, the chemical compound biological activity, and development studies. Some pharmacological studies that have been confirmed are regarding the pharmacological effects of Cymbopogon in the central nervous system, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer activity. In addition, there have been studied to improve Cymbopogon benefits.