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An Updated Review on the Diverse Therapeutic Potential of Calendula officinalis L.

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  1. 1Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RTMNU, Nagpur University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, INDIA.

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Harsh J. Pathrabe

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, RTMNU, Nagpur University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, INDIA.

hpathrabe2019@gmail.com

Received: 09-02-2026; Accepted: 18-06-2026.

Volume 20, Issue 40 · pp. 102-109 · 2026 · DOI: 10.5530/phrev.20260002

ABSTRACT

Calendula officinalis (CO) Linn. is a renowned medicinal herb belonging to the Asteraceae family. within the plant kingdom. Various online bibliographic data bases namely, Google scholar, PubMed, Scifinder, and Web of Science were used for integrating information. This plant comprises alkaloid glycosides, saponins, flavonoids, carotenoids, triterpenoids, oils, amino acids, steroids, and quinones. These chemical compounds exhibit diverse pharmacological effects including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, anthelminthic, antidiabetic, wound-healing, hepatoprotective, gynecological, ophthalmic, and dermatological disorders the study examines new studies from the past five year about the therapeutical application. Calendula officinalis, highlighting its extensive potential as a traditional medicine. We have also clarified the molecular processes of Calendula officinalis and contemporary clinical trials. This review aims to synthesize, address deficiencies in current research, and offer numerous opportunities for researchers seeking to validate traditional practices.

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    Pathrabe, H. J., Shingade, S. P., & Kakde, R. B. (2026). An Updated Review on the Diverse Therapeutic Potential of Calendula officinalis L.. Pharmacognosy Reviews, 20(40), 102-109. https://doi.org/10.5530/phrev.20260002

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