Draft genome sequence of pomegranate (Punica granatum) provides insights into medicinal properties.

Punica granatum (pomegranate Variety : Bhagwa) is a fruit bearing shrub. India is one of the largest producers of pomegranate. The plant is domesticated in India for food, religious and medicinal uses. It is considered a valuable source of polyphenols for the development of medicines for various diseases like Diabetes, cancer, obesity, Inflammation, Hypertension and Atherosclerosis.