Evaluation of in vitro cytotoxicity and anti oxidant activity of Tridax Procumbens

Abstract

Tridax procumbens, a medicinal plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family, has garnered significant attention from researchers worldwide due to its immense antibacterial and antifungal potential, which has been documented through numerous scientific investigations over recent decades. This remarkable plant, commonly known as coat buttons or tridax daisy, is widely distributed across tropical and subtropical regions globally, with particularly extensive presence throughout Asia, Africa, and Australia, where it thrives in diverse environmental conditions ranging from roadsides and agricultural fields to wastelands and urban areas. One of the most notable characteristics of Tridax procumbens from both ecological and medicinal perspectives is its availability in almost all seasons in almost all parts of the country where it grows, ensuring a consistent and accessible supply of plant material for traditional medicine practitioners and, potentially, for commercial pharmaceutical applications. This year-round availability stands in contrast to many medicinal plants that have limited growing seasons or specific habitat requirements, making Tridax procumbens an attractive candidate for sustainable harvesting and cultivation programs aimed at supporting healthcare systems and local economies.