Comprehensive Review of Musa paradisiaca Kadali: Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Pharmcological Insights into a Versatile Medicinal Plant

The review of Musa paradisiaca, commonly known as Kadali, highlights its extensive use in traditional medicine across India, supported by both ancient texts and recent research. The plant, particularly its flowers, is noted for its nutritional and medicinal properties, being rich in carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins. Kadali is traditionally used to treat a variety of disorders, including bleeding, eye, menstrual, bronchial, diabetes, uraemia, and more. The review compiles findings on the plant's pharmacognostical, phytochemical, and pharmacological actions, emphasizing its versatility and efficacy in treating numerous health conditions.