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Some Common Poisonous Plants of Bankura Districts of West Bengal, India
Abstract: AbstractKnowledge on poisonous plants is important as some of them are used in medicine. The poisonous nature of whole plant or any plant part may be due to production of toxic substances like alkaloids, amines, saponins, tannins etc. Sometime these products have a harmful activity to animals as well as human beings. The present paper documented 29 poisonous plants species of 29 genera belonging to 17 different families. This knowledge …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Nutraceutical Potential and Phytochemical Screening of Buchanania Colchichinensis Fruit: A Species of Enormous Potential
Abstract: AbstractBuchanania conchichinensis commonly known as Char, achar, Chironji belonging to the family Anacardiaceae, is a non-wood tree species found in deciduous forests in major parts of India. It is upto 18 m high and has girth of 1.5 m. The first description of this plant was given by Francis Hamilton in 1798. It is used for environmental conservation and in ‘Agroforestry System’. It is used as a fuel; fodder, its …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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The Effect of Glomus fasciculatum on the Medicinal Plant Centella asiatica (L.) Urban
Abstract: AbstractThe Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal species Glomus fasciculatum was inoculated into the medicinal plant Centella asiatica L. to examine their effect on the growth parameters such as root length, shoot length, leaf length, fresh and dry weight, no. of leaves in a period of 20, 40, and 60 days. The best results were observed in Glomus fasciculatum and Azospirillum (T4) inoculated plant species.Keywords: mycorrhiza, medicinal plant, Glomus fasciculatum, AzospirillumCite this ArticleSaranya …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Preliminary Phytochemical and Pharmacognostical Investigation of Barleria buxifolia L.
Abstract: AbstractDuring the past several decades, traditional systems of medicines have become a topic of global relevance. Current estimate suggests that in many underdeveloped countries, a large proportion of the population rely heavily on traditional practitioners and local herbals to meet the primary health care needs. Under these circumstances, only a few plants of medicinal value have been successfully evaluated for their medicinal applications. Safety and efficacy data are available only …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Ethanomedicinal Survey in the Paliyar Hamlet of Sathuragiri Hills in Virudhunagar District, Tamil Nadu State, India
Abstract: An ethanobotanical survey was conducted among the peoples of Paliyar tribals, Sathuragiri hills of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu state has brought to a number of 83 plant species from 37 families used by them as a variety of medicines. The parts of the plants such as leaves, stem, fruits, bark, resin, root and seeds were generally used individually or combination with some medicinally important species. The present manuscript investigates with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Composition, Structure and Status of Woody Plants Along Dilla Zuria Rivers, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: AbstractDilla zuria vegetation is located in Southern Ethiopia where agroforestry is highly exercised. The objective of the present study was to generate reliable information of floristic composition, diversity, structure and status of woody plant species in Dilla Zuria vegetation. The reliable data was collected from 50 plots each of 400 m2 using systematic sampling method. The plant species were identified by comparing with the voucher specimens preserved at National Herbarium, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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In Vitro Studies on α-Amylase Inhibitory Activity of the Leaves of Peltophorum pterocarpum (DC.) Baker ex Heyne
Abstract: AbstractThe present investigation evaluates the in vitro anti-diabetic activity of ethanolic extract of leaves of Peltophorum pterocarpum by α- amylase enzyme inhibitory activity. Besides, this qualitative phytochemical analysis of the plant was carried out. Preliminary phytochemical screening of the extract revealed that the presence of different types of compounds including flavonoids and steroids. The α-amylase inhibitory activity of ethanolic extract showed concentration dependent manner. Hence, α-amylase enzyme inhibition may be …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Phytochemical Evaluation of Vitex agnus-castus L Seeds Collected from Different Geographical Regions of the World
Abstract: AbstractVitex agnus-castus L (VAC) is an important medicinal plant. Seeds are used as a popular treatment for the management of female reproductive system disorders. Other uses include the treatment of hangovers, flatulence, fevers, benign prostatic hyperplasia, nervousness, dementia, rheumatic conditions, cold, dyspepsia, spleen disorders, constipation and promoting urination. VAC today is an important herb of commerce cultivated around the world. VAC seeds were collected from different geographical location—USA, EU and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Water Quality Assessment and Biodiversity Study of Phytoplanktons in Angol Water Body of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractPhysico-chemical testing of angol water body revealed that the calcium hardness ranges from 65 mg/L to 110 mg/L, dissolved oxygen 2.8 to 9.8 mg/L, temperature 21 C to 25 C , pH 6.8 to 9.8, iron 0.1 mg/L to 1.0 mg/L, turbidity 0.381m to 0.6096 m, nitrite 0.0 mg/L to 0.3 mg/L, nitrate 18 mg/L to 23 mg/L, chloride 70 mg/L to 190 mg/L, total hardness 100 mg/L to 220 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Phenological Changes in the Chemical Content of Wild and Greenhouse-grown Hypericum pruinatum: Hypericins, Hyperforins and Phenolic Acids
Abstract: AbstractWe previously reported phenological changes in the content of several flavonoids in Hypericum pruinatum. In the present successive study, we investigated variation in the content of eight new compounds in different plant parts of the same species through its phenological cycle. Plant materials including greenhouse-grown and wild growing individuals were harvested at different stages of plant phenology and subjected to high performance liquid chromatography analyses after dissected into different plant …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 37–47 Read article
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In vitro Anthelmintic and Antibacterial Potentialities of Methanol Extract from the Leaf and Bark of Lawsonia inermis Linn. (Family: Lythraceae)
Abstract: Due to the availability of the genus Lawsonia in Bangladesh, the present study was aim to investigate the phytochemical screening, anthelmintic and antimicrobial potentialities of methanol extract from the leaf and bark of Lawsonia inermis L. The phytochemical screening was performed by chemical group tests for both the extract which indicate the presence of several chemical groups including steroids, alkaloids, flavanoids, tannins and saponins. The anthelmintic activity was performed by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Study of Diatom Flora in Geothermal Springs of Bakreswar, West Bengal, India
Abstract: AbstractGeothermal springs are mostly formed due to tectonic movements of the earth or volcanic eruptions leading to the release of hot water in the form of artesian wells. The environment is very suitable for the growth of thermophilic Cyanobacteria. Nevertheless, some members ofBacillariophyceae (diatoms) are also found in such geothermal springs, although, very high water temperature and alkaline water is generally not very conducive for diatom growth. The present study …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Distribution of Saraca asoca (Roxb.) de Wilde – Caesalpiniaceae an Endangered Medicinal Plant in Kerala Forests
Abstract: AbstractSaraca asoca (Roxb.) de Wilde, a rare and endangered species belonging to the family Caesalpiniaceae, is distributed in India and Myanmar. In Kerala, the wild status of this species is data deficient. The present collections from Kattalapara forest, near Kulathupuzha and Pallivasal forest, near Thenmala, Kollam district, Aralam Wild Life Sanctuary, Kannur district and Nelliyampathy forest, Palakkad district (Western Ghats) are represented here. Brief descriptions together with phenological distributional data, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Phytochemical Screening of Leaves of Peltophorum pterocarpum (DC.) Baker ex Heyne
Abstract: AbstractPhytochemicals are responsible for medicinal activity of plant species. Hence in the present study preliminary phytochemical screening of medicinal plant Peltophorum pterocarpum was carried out. Qualitative phytochemical analysis of the plant confirm the presence of various secondary metabolites like saponins, terpenoids, steroids, tannins, phenols, alkaloids, coumarins etc. Phytochemical have ability for curing various ailments and possess otential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. The presence of various bioactive compounds confirms the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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In vitro Axillary Bud Proliferation and Direct Organogenesis of Aristolochia tagala cham.: A Rare Medicinal Plant
Abstract: AbstractAn efficient protocol for axillary bud proliferation and direct organogenesis has been developed in Aristolochia tagala Cham. through in vitro propagation technique. Nodal segments and shoot tips were cultured on Murashige and Skoog’s media (MS media) supplemented with various concentrations of growth hormones. MS media fortified with BAP 1 mg/L and half-strength MS media with IBA 2 mg/L were found to be the best for inducing shoots and roots respectively.Keywords: …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Studies on Physico-Chemical Parameters and Biodiversity of Freshwater Algae in Kanbargi Lake of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractStudies on biodiversity of phytoplankton in Kanbargi Lake records a total of 14 species belonging to four classes of algae which includes, Bacillariophyceae – 6 species, Chlorophyceae – 5 species, 2 species of Euglenophyceae and 1 species of Dinophyceae. Both qualitative and quantitative analysis revealed that Bacillariophyceae species were abundant. Algal pollution index revealed a score of 18 indicating that Kanbargi Lake is less organically polluted. A study on physico-chemical …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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An Outlook on Colored Cotton for Eco-friendly Textile Industries
Abstract: AbstractCotton is mainly a fiber yielding crop of worldwide importance. India is the first country for the marketable cultivation of hybrid cotton. It is one of the mainly significant commercial crops of India and is the only major natural source of fiber. It plays a prevailing role in its Agrarian and industrialized country as the backbone of fabric industry, which consumes 70% of the country's total fiber yield. Thus, cotton …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Diatom Assemblages in Soil: Implications in Palaeo-Ecological Interpretations
Abstract: AbstractDiatoms are microscopic, unicellular, eukaryotic algae belonging to the Class Bacillariophyceae which are abundant in most aquatic habitats and serve as useful proxies for multi-dimensional analysis of ecosystems. They inhabit waters and soils of both saline and freshwater areas. Diatoms as primary producers are vital for life on Earth, serve as significant source of oxygen, have major impact on global carbon cycle and are food source for many organisms at …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Medicinal Plants for the Treatment of Malaria used by Various Tribes of Bankura, West Bengal, India
Abstract: AbstractMalaria is one of the most common major health problems all over the world. With the increasing levels of malaria parasite drug resistance, the herbal knowledge of indigenous communities for malaria treatment can play an important role in identification of any new anti-malarial drug that is yet to be discovered. The present paper documented 22 ethno-medicinal plants of Bankura district, West Bengal, India, belonging to 15 families which were used …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Pharmacognostical Studies on Commercial Drug Samples of Adhatoda zeylanica Medicus
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present study was carried out with the objective to determine the quality of commercial samples of Adhatoda zeylanica Medicus collected from Delhi, Haridwar and Cochin/Trichur. It was observed that samples from Haridwar and Cochin/Trichur conformed to the quality specifications and are genuine in respect of their botanical identity.Keywords: Adhatoda vesica medicus, pharmacognostical studies, quality evaluation
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 51–53 Read article