Review ArticleAbstract
Catharanthus roseus, also known as Vinca rosea, is a member of the Apocynaceae family. C. roseus parts are used for a variety of medical purposes. Aging is a natural human “aging mosaic” that manifests and follows different trajectories in various organs, tissues, and cells over time. Previous study showed that C. roseus also has a high antioxidant capacity. Antioxidants are free radical scavengers that protect the human body from free radicals by suppressing oxidative chain reactions. Aging is a natural human “aging mosaic” that manifests and follows different trajectories in various organs, tissues, and cells over time Thus, C. roseus could be used as anti-aging properties.
Introduction
Catharanthus roseus, also known as Vinca rosea, is a member of the Apocynaceae family (Genus catharanthus) [1]. Other common names include periwinkle, Madagascar periwinkle, and tapak dara in Indonesia. The plant is easy to grow and widely available in Indonesia [1]. It is a herbaceous plant or an evergreen subshrub that grows to a height of 32 in 80 cm [2]. It has glistening, dark green leaves and blooms all summer [2]. The flowers of the plant are naturally pale pink with a purple “eye” in the center [2]. To 1 m tall suffrutex with white latex. Stems are green and often tinged with purple or red [2]. Pink, purple, and white flowers are produced by these plants, which are planted for decorative purposes [2]. C. roseus parts are used for a variety of medical purposes [3]. The dried root, leaves, flowers, and stalks of the plant have all been used in regional herbal medicine [4]. C. roseus has traditionally been used to treat a variety of ailments including high blood pressure, infection, and diabetes mellitus [2]. C. roseus also has a high antioxidant capacity [3,5].
Anti-Aging
Aging is a natural human “aging mosaic” that manifests and follows
different trajectories in various organs, tissues, and cells over
time [6]. The ‘successful aging’ paradigm, which focuses on health
and active participation in life, challenges traditional views of aging
as a time of disease and is increasingly associated with minimizing
age signs on the skin, face, and body [6]. Antioxidants, such as vitamins,
polyphenols, and flavonoids, reduce collagen degradation
and could be used as anti-aging properties [6]. Antioxidants are
free radical scavengers that protect the human body from free radicals
by suppressing oxidative chain reactions [1].
Catharanthus roseus contains a high concentration of volatile
and phenolic compounds, such as caffeoylquinic acids and flavonol
glycosides, which have antioxidant activity [7]. It is important in the
body’s defense system because it acts as an antioxidant against reactive
oxygen species (ROS) [7]. Alkaloids and phenolic compounds
are the most important chemical compounds biosynthesized by C. roseus, and the presence of several chemical groups such as polyphenols,
alkaloids, steroids, flavonoid glycosides, anthocyanins,
and iridoid glycosides is normally found in several plant structures
[4,8]. The previous study also tested the antioxidant activity of C.
roseus at various concentrations (200, 400, 600, 800, and 1000 g)
[2]. Catharanthus roseus flower petals, seeds, and other parts have
antioxidant properties [7]. As a result, phenolic compounds have
redox properties that allow them to act as reducing agents, hydrogen
donors, or singlet oxygen quenchers [7]. Thus, Catharanthus
roseus could be used as anti-aging properties.
Conclusion
In this review, we highlight the amazing anti-oxidant properties of the plant Catharanthus roseus. Similarly, billions of medicinal anti- oxidant plants are waiting to be invaded and explored. With rapid advancements in treatment and extensive research into anti-aging, the anti-aging properties will become more prevalent.
Conflict of Interest Statement
We declare that we have no conflict of interest.
Acknowledgement
This study was sponsored by Universitas Lambung Mangkurat Research Grant 2021.
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