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243 articles for “Phytochemical activity.”
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Comparative Phytochemical Composition and Antioxidant Activities of Mangifera indica and Mucuna urens Seeds
Abstract: ABSTRACTThis study was carried out to evaluate and compare the phytochemical composition and antioxidant activities of Mangifera indica and Mucuna urens seeds, with a view to elucidating the phytochemical basis for their medicinal uses, and their nutraceutical potentials as soup thickeners. Of the two seeds, M. indica had significantly higher (ρ < 0.05) total phenol, tannin, total flavonoid and total saponin contents than M. urens on dry weight basis. Conversely, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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A Review of Phytochemistry and Biological Activities of Anisomeles malabarica
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe oldest remedies known to mankind are herbal medicines. India is known worldwide for its Ayurvedic treatment. Ethno botanically, the leaves of the plant Anisomeles malabarica are used against convulsions, for dyspepsia in intermittent fevers, colic, boils, tetanus, inflammation, cough, cold, stomachache, itches and in uterine affections. Citral, betulinic acid, β-sitosterol, ovatodiolide, anisomelic acid, anisomelolide, malabaric acid, 2-acetoxymalabaric acid, anisomelyl acetate, anisomelol and anisomelin were present in the leaves of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Antibacterial Activity of Plant Extracts and Its Phytochemical Analysis
Abstract: Emergence of multi-drug resistance in human and animal pathogenic bacteria as well as undesirable side effects of certain antibiotics has triggered immense interest in the search for antimicrobial drug of plant origin since there is no resistance developed to the drugs that are of plant origin. The antibiotic resistance was observed by testing with commonly used antibiotics against test microorganisms and then diameter of zone of inhibition was compared to …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Screening of Phytochemical Constituents Towards Antimicrobial Potency of Hygrophila schulli
Abstract: The present study was carried out to determine the invitro antibacterial and antifungal and phytochemical activity of Hygrophila schulli. In this study antimicrobial activity of leaves of Hygrophila schulli was studied by analyzing in different concentrations ranging from 100-500µg. We observed that at higher concentrations (>300 µg) ethanolic extract of Hygrophila schulli showed certain significant antimicrobial effect. Antimicrobial activities against Escherichia coli, Fusarium verticillioides, Klebsiella sp., Aspergillus flavus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and Haemolytic Activity Assay of Tuber Extract of Ruellia tuberosa L.
Abstract: Presence of certain chemical compounds is responsible for medicinal properties of the plant. In the present study, the various biochemical tests were conducted to examine the presence of various phytochemicals in the methanolic, petroleum ether and chloroform tuber extracts of Ruellia tuberosa L. Also, the extracts were subjected to the in vitro haemolytic activity assay. The tests confirmed the presence of carbohydrates, alkaloids, tannins, terpenoids and flavanoids in all the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Phytochemical Characterization and Antimicrobial Activity of Cassia Alata Leaf Extract
Abstract: Aim: The aim of this study was screening for bioactive compounds with pharmaceutical properties from Cassia alata leaf extract. Methodology: The dried sample of Cassia alata leaf was powdered and extracted with ethanol using soxhlet apparatus. Antimicrobial activity of the leaf extract was checked against different clinical pathogens. Result and discussion: Thin layer chromatography (TLC) revealed the number of compounds present in the leaf extract. The results suggest that they …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical Screening, Antioxidant and antibacterial activity of Helicteres isora leaf extracts.
Abstract: Objective: To evaluate phytochemical screening, Anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial activity of Helicteres isora leaf extracts. Methods: Petroleum ether, chloroform, acetone, ethanol and hydroalcoholic extracts of leaves were used for the phytochemical screening. Anti-oxidant activity was measured using the 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and nitric oxide (No) radical scavenging tests; antibacterial activity was assessed using disc diffusion techniques. Results: The percentage yields for the petroleum ether, chloroform, acetone, ethanol and the hydroalcoholic extract were …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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An Assessment of the Phytochemical Properties and Antimicrobial Activity of Selected Tree Species
Abstract: Currently, more people are becoming aware of the value of medicinal plants also. Compared to other medications, drugs made from plants are readily available, affordable, safe, and have few to no adverse effects. In the present study, we investigate the phytochemical screening and enumerate the antimicrobial activity of the selected tree species of Sapindus emarginatus, Murraya koenigii, Mangifera indica, Sterculia fodita, and Tamaridus indica. The plant extracts were prepared by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Preliminary Evaluation for Phytochemicals in Tribulus Terrestris and Its Antibacterial Activity
Abstract: Medicinal herbs have a long history in improving human health and curing various diseases. A wide interest has been made for researchers using herbal material in identification of the active components and verification of their efficiency. We evaluated the aqueous and methanol extracts of Tribulus terrestris (T. terrestris) for the phytochemical content and its antimicrobial activity. Phytochemical screening of the extracts revealed the presence of alkaloids flavonoids, saponins, anthraquinone, terpenoids, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and Biological Activity of Pomegranate Extracts
Abstract: Pomegranates are renowned for their abundance of bioactive compounds that exhibit potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, making them a subject of growing interest in natural medicine. This study aimed to compare the biological activities of ethanolic extracts derived from different parts of the pomegranate plant—specifically, the bark, peel, and leaves. A comprehensive investigation was conducted to evaluate their phytochemical composition and assess their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. The …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 64–79 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and the Effect of Temperature Treatment on the Extraction Yield of Phenolic Compounds and the Antioxidative Activities of Two Medicinal Species Growing in Algeria: Ammi visnaga and Mentha pulegium
Abstract: The aims of this investigation are the identification of molecules of secondary metabolism and study the impact of two extraction techniques (extraction by boiling water under reflux and maceration in 70% hydroethanolic solution at ambient temperature) on the yield of phenolic compounds and the antioxidative activity on two species widely used in Algeria as medicinal plants; Ammi visnaga and Mentha pulegium. The results show that phytochemical screening indicates the presence …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Studies on the antioxidant content and antimicrobial activity of cucumber (cucumissativus) peel collected from bagmari, kolkata, west bengal, india
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Studies on the Antioxidant Content and Antimicrobial Activity of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) Peels Collected from Bagmari, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Abstract: Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) is widely consumed across the globe, yet its peels are commonly discarded as waste, despite possessing a wealth of bioactive compounds. Recent studies have highlighted that these peels contain substantial amounts of antioxidants, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anticarcinogenic properties, making them a promising candidate for value-added applications. In this study, methanolic extracts (80% v/v) of cucumber peels were systematically analyzed to assess their total phenolic content (TPC), total …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–14 Read article
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Phytochemical constituents of some plants used by the tribals of Dakshin Dinajpur district for medicinal purposes
Abstract: Various phytochemical constituents including alkaloids, phenols, and ascorbic acids were assessed and compared in the four medicinal plants of different families. Four plants used locally for different medicinal purposes were selected for a comparison of their phytochemical constituents. The plants investigated were Clerodendrum viscosum, Moringa oleifera, Cinnamomum tamala and Scoparia dulcis. All theses plants were found to contain the active principles including alkaloids, tannin, saponin, terpenoid, flavonoid, cardic glycoside. Steroid …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Ethanolic Extract of Hemigraphis Colorata Leaves: Extraction, Phytochemical Screening, and in Vitro Evaluation of Antiulcer Activity
Abstract: This study aims to extract the phytochemical constituents and in-vitro evaluation of antiulcer activity of Hemigraphis colorata (Acanthaceae) Commonly known as red flameivy, belongs to the family Acanthaceae. Used to advance pee, checkhemorrhage, stopdysentery, treat veneral sicknesses and to recuperate hemorrhoids. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed the presence of the leaves contain flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins, high potassium and low sodium levels; stem contains saponins and tannins, roots contain flavonoids and polyphenols. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Avicennia Marina (FORSK) Vierh: A Review On Its Medical Properties
Abstract: Current generation is a fast moving and no doubt about the strength of allopathic medicine, they provide quick result, but the darkest side of this medicine is their several side effects and contraindications. On the other hand the plants are good substitution for those medicines because of their less or no side effect and their capability to cure the trouble from their root. Our study is based on the pharmacological …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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A review on antibacterial properties of eucalyptus oil and different eucalyptus species used in pharmaceuticals
Abstract: Medicinal plants with antimicrobial compounds play a crucial role in combating various pathogens. Eucalyptus, belonging to the myrtle family, is notable for its diverse antimicrobial compounds. This fast-growing plant thrives in many countries and its various parts offer significant medicinal value, including timber, pulpwood, and essential oils. The leaves, often considered forest harvesting waste, contain essential oils with potential medicinal benefits. Members of the genus Eucalyptus are highly valued for …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening and In Vitro Antibacterial, Antiarthritic Activity of Leaves of Azima tetracantha
Abstract: The leaves of Azima tetracantha belongs to (salvadoraceae) commonly known as “mulluchangu” in Tamil, it is a best known medicinal plant from ancient period. The plant has reported for many pharmacological actions such as antifungal, antibacterial, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antiulcer, antiarthritic, hypolipidemia, etc. The aim of the present study was to investigate Phytochemical screening and in vitro antibacterial and anti-arthritic activity of Azima tetracantha leaves in different solvents extract (hexane, chloroform, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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In vitro Evaluation of Kigelia pinnata Leaves for Its Antioxidative and Anticancer Activity
Abstract: Previous studies suggest that the Kigelia pinnata leaves have useful effects against diseases mediated through oxidative stress and cancers. In this study, leaves of Kigelia pinnata were studied for presence of different phytochemical constituents, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer activities.Crude methane extracts of Kigelia pinnata leaves showed cytotoxic activity in vitro against non-small cell lung cancinoma (A-549) cells using the MTT assay. Phytochemical evaluation showed the existence of alkaloids, terpenoids, flavonoids, tannins …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Review on Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke): an Unexplored Medicinal Plant of Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: Introduction: The rhizomes of medicinal plant Darunaj-aqrabi (Doronicum hookeri C.B. Clarke ex Hook.f.) (Family Asteraceae) has long been used in Unani system of medicine (USM) as Cardiac tonic (invigorative and exhilarant), nervine tonic, carminative, protective of the foetus, antidotary etc. in different dosage forms. It is included in specific drugs for heart and is much valuable for palpitation. Because of having antidotal characteristics and protective (corrective) attributes, the rhizomes are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 41–52 Read article