Natural products in Cyperus rotundus L. (Cyperaceae): an update of the chemistry and pharmacological activities

Cyperus rotundus L. (Nutgrass, family Cyperaceae) is a notorious weed which is widespread in temperate tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Owing to its richness and potent pharmacological activities, efforts have been devoted to identify its bioactive constituents. Since 1965, a total of about 192 compounds including terpenoids, flavonoids, stilbenes, aromatics and aliphatic fatty acids have been characterized. This review summarizes the bioactivities and mechanism of action of some of the compounds from C. rotundus L.

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Cyperus rotundus L., commonly known as Nutgrass, is a notorious weed found in temperate tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. Efforts to identify its bioactive constituents have resulted in the characterization of about 192 compounds, including terpenoids, flavonoids, stilbenes, aromatics, and aliphatic fatty acids. This review summarizes the bioactivities and mechanism of action of some of these compounds.