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9 articles for “Rubiaceae”
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Characterization and Evaluation of Different Extracts from the Leaf and Bark of Mussaenda glabrata Hutch.
Abstract: β-sitosterol (1) was isolated from the crude extract of the leaf of Mussaenda glabrata Hutch. (Family: Rubiaceae). The petroleum ether, chloroform and methanol extracts of the leaf and bark were screened in vitro for cytotoxic and antimicrobial activities by brine shrimp lethality bioassay and disc diffusion method, respectively. The petroleum ether and methanol extracts of the bark showed potential cytotoxic activity (LC50: 2.51 µg/ml and 2.94 µg/ml, respectively), the petroleum …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Chemical Composition Quantification of Components in Extracts of Uncaria tomentosa by HPLC and LC-MS Analysis
Abstract: The tropical medicinal vine known as cat's claw, Uncaria tomentosa (Willd. ex Schult.) DC. (Family: Rubiaceae), is native to the Amazon rainforest and other regions of South and Central America. It has been shown to be useful as an immune system booster, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory agent and has been historically used to treat wounds, fever, urinary tract infections, abscesses, and asthma. U. tomentosa contains a variety of phytoconstituents, including …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Species Diversity and Structural Analysis of Komba-Daga Moist Evergreen Forest, Kaffa Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: This study was conducted to determine the floristic composition, community types, vegetation structure and regeneration status of selected tree species in the Komba-Daga forest, Kaffa zone, Gimbo district of southwest Ethopia. Systematic sampling method was used to collect vegetation data. A total of 62 plots each with quadretes of 20 m x 20 m for tree species, 5 m x 5 m for shrubs, seedling and sapling and 1 m …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Plant Diversity Studies in the Rural Homegardens of Honnavar Taluk of Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractHomegardens in the villages of Honnavar taluk is an integrated production system and a stable ecosystem that maintains the diversity of life as well as biological wealth. Honnavar is one of the Coastal Taluks of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state. The present study was carried out in 10 villages of Honnavar taluk namely Karki, Haladipur, Mannige, Allanki, Kavalakki, Idagunji, Navilgon, Kelaginoor, Manki and Kadatoka. Of the total 58 homegardens …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–18 Read article
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Anti-infective Investigations of Methanolic Extract and Petroleum Ether Extract of Ixora coccinea L. Flowers
Abstract: Ixora is an evergreen flowering tropical plant belonging to the family Rubiaceae. It is commonly found in India, the United States of America, Africa, South East Asia, and Southern Asia. Across the globe, several species (Ixora coccinea, I. parviflora, I. chinensis, I. macrothyrsa, I. javanica, and I. finlaysoniana) of this genus have been identified so far. After going through the literature available in pharmaceutical databases, it was found that the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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TRACING PLANT POTENTIAL FOR CONTROLLING DIABETES: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic non- communicable condition characterized with elevated or raised blood sugar or glucose levels for a prolonged period of time. The high level of blood sugar leads to development of specific symptoms like polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia. The other symptoms include abnormal weight loss, fatigue, poor wound healing, infections, altered mental state and blurry vision. Exploring alternative treatments for diabetes, particularly those derived from medicinal …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Vascular plant diversity in the Nirmala College, Ranchi, India
Abstract: A year-long eco-biological study of campus of Nirmala College, Ranchi revealed the occurrence of more than 40 species of various vascular plant belonging to family Asteraceae, Fabaceae, Meliaceae, Caesalpiniaceae, Anacardiaceae, Rubiaceae, Lamiaceae, Solanaceae, Amaranthaceae, Euphorbiaceae and Apocynaceae. The campus is neatly covered under lush green branches of tall trees. There are about 250 large trees. A total of 45 species of angiosperms were observed. Extensive surveys were conducted to document …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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Α Review on a Potential Herb: Ixora coccinea Linn
Abstract: The plant Ixora coccinea (Rubiaceae) is a commonly available shrub throughout India. The plant has been documented of use not only in Ayurveda, but also in various folk system of medicine in India and Sri Lanka. The present article is an effort to collect information regarding its traditional use, phytochemical and pharmacological updates. The review reveals a wide variety of phytoconstituents that have been isolated, such as lupeol, ursolic acid, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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A Review on Pharmacological Activities of Oldenlandia Auricularia
Abstract: Oldenlandia auricularia is a medicinal plant, which is originated from South India, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines and Sri Lanka. It also grows in open forest and shrubs. The plant belongs to the Rubiaceae family. The species comprises of around 1,300 varieties. There are several chemical compounds in the plant that have distinct pharmacological characteristics. Alkaloids, anthroquinone, iridoids, sugars, glycosides, coumarin, fatty acids, flavonoids and phenolic compounds are among the phytochemicals found …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–18 Read article