Pharmacological Potential of Schima wallichii Bark: A Comprehensive Review

Schima wallichii is a well-known evergreen tree belonging to the Theaceae family. It is delightful to look at and has a vital function in maintaining biological diversity and enhancing the ecosystem. Locals oftenuse the various sections of the Schima wallichii tree for a variety of therapeutic uses. The maceration process and Soxhlet process extraction are used for extracting bioactive substances through the tree bark and producing components that are high in phytochemicals such as terpenoids, flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins and saponins. These substances highlight the bark’s possible pharmacological uses, which include the anti-tumour, antibacterial and antioxidant properties. Traditional uses of Schima wallichii, known as Chilauni, highlight its significance in folk medicine. The bark is used extremely medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including intestinal worms, gonorrhoea, and injuries. Alongside its bark, other parts of the plant also provide medicinal benefits by demonstrating the diverse range of uses in traditional medical treatment. This plant has proven a useful natural asset for medical uses because it has been shown to demonstrate a variety of pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, along tumor-fighting agent effects.