摘要The plant species Gallesia integrifolia,known in Brazil as Pau D'alho or Guararema,has great relevance in ethnopharmacology and is popularly used in the treatment of various health conditions,such as flu,cough,worms,ulcers and bacterial infections.Furthermore,several studies confirm its effectiveness in combating microorganisms of great clinical and economic importance,such as Aspergillus sp.,Penicillium sp.,Trichoderma viride and Candida albicans.However,there is still a lack of comprehensive phytochemical studies on this plant,which limits the understanding of its mechanisms of action and pharmacological potential.Therefore,this review was conducted through a narrative synthesis of the literature,gathering and analyzing available studies on the chemical composition and biological effects of G.integrifolia.The main findings indicate that the plant has antimicrobial activity and significant therapeutic potential,being effective against several pathogens of medical and economic relevance.Furthermore,the reviewed literature suggests that its bioactive compounds may have promising applications in the pharmaceutical and medical fields.The relevance of this study lies in expanding knowledge about the properties of G.integrifolia,highlighting its possible therapeutic applications and the need for further research to elucidate its mechanisms of action.The results reinforce the importance of more detailed phytochemical investigations to validate and expand the medicinal use of this species.