Lawsonia inermis L. Phytopharmacological Characteristics and Recent Advancement

Abstract

Henna dye is one of the world's oldest natural dyes, going back to ancient Egypt. Henna is a sacred plant that is traditionally used in spiritual ceremonies and is said to represent wealth. The Lythraceae family's Lawsone stain is made from dried leaves of L. inermis. Hair, skin, and nails have been dyed using this plant's leaf pulp since antiquity. In addition to its medical benefits, the plant has a long folkloric history of being used to treat convulsions, jaundice, and malignant sores. Lawsone (1, 4- Napthalenedione, 2-hydroxy) has pharmacological properties such as diuretic, antibacterial, parasite, anti-inflammatory, microbial, antifungal, antioxidant, anticancer, and analgesic. Many countries grow henna.