하민우

Pharmacological profiles of Gynostemma Pentaphyllum: A therapeutic candidate from Jeju

Jeju Journal of Island Sciences (제주섬과학회지)

3022-9456

2(2)

Etc

Gynostemma pentaphyllum, a distinctive plant species that thrives in the unspoilt natural environment of Jeju Island, is referred to by some as “the poor's ginseng”. This plant has long been highly valued for its distinctive flavor and numerous health benefits, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties. Its pharmacological potential is currently being assessed using modern analytical approaches, and in this paper, we review the findings of recent pharmacological research conducted from 2022 to the present on the bioactive compounds of G. pentaphyllum from Jeju and their efficacy. It is anticipated that unlocking the molecular secrets of nature's gift to this barren island will lead to the development of new medicines from Jeju.

권찬혁, 최효지, 이수미*, 하민우*

29 August 2025

https://doi.org/10.23264/JJIS.2025.2.2.050