Abstract
Hygrophila spinosa T. Anders also known as Indian cuckoo is found in
moist places and is widely distributed throughout India. Different plant parts are used
for disease treatment. The plant contains a variety of secondary metabolites.
Furthermore, the plant has pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, antitumor,
anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic, erythropoietic, hepatoprotective,
antimicrobial, diuretic, antiosteoporotic, antidiabetic, CNS, androgenic and anabolic,
neuroprotective and nephroprotective activities. Here, we have compiled the traditional
uses, phytoconstituents, and pharmacological potentials of H. spinosa, which would
help researchers in further exploration of the plant.