Abstract
Cayaponia tayuya (Vell.) Cogn of Cucurbitaceae family, native of throughout Brazil, has vast pharmacologycal potential scientifically proven as anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory and anti cancer due to the presence of cucurbitacines in roots of this plant.The species C. Tayuya have not established safety and efficacy and prolonged use or the use of high doses must be avoided until pharmacokine…