Review Article
    Pharmacognosy Reviews
    Vol. 20
    Issue 40
    2026
    pp. 102-109
    Open Access

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

    Harsh J. Pathrabe1,Snehal P. Shingade1,Rajendra B. Kakde1
    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

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    Published:03/08/2026
    Received: 09/02/2026
    Accepted: 18/06/2026

    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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    Keywords

    Calendula officinalis
    Chemical composition
    Traditional medicine
    Biological Activity.
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