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206 articles for “phytochemical properties”
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Review on the Phytochemical Property and Cellular Toxicity of Ajwain
Abstract: A multitude of herbs and culinary ingredients utilized in Indian cuisine hold significant nutritional value. Among these, ajwain stands out as a widely consumed spice, particularly in India, where it is often added to curries to aid in digestion. Ajwain is obtained from the seeds of the Trachyspermum ammi plant, which is a member of the Apiaceae family. This spice possesses various medicinal properties, including its ability to address gastrointestinal …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–25 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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Boswellia serrata: A Review on its Phytochemical and Therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Kundur or Boswellia serrata belongs to the genus Boswellia of Burseraceae family. It is usually found in Oman and Yaman, its effectiveness persists for 20 years. Its bark and gum are used for medicinal properties but Boswellia are well-known for producing a gum resin that is known as olibanum or frankincense. Gum-resin comprises triterpenes of oleanane, ursane and euphane series. The major chemical constituents reported for anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative and anticancer …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Comparative Studies on Phytochemical and Antioxidative Properties of Locally Available Herbal Flowers: A Review
Abstract: Flowers are the reproductive parts of plant. Apart from their aesthetic sense, they have medicinal and nutritive properties also. The present review study represent the therapeutic values and phytochemical properties of Joba (Hibiscus sp.), Rose (Rose sp.), Aparajita (Citoria sp.), Nayantrara or Sadabahar (Catharanthus sp.), Lotus (Nelumbo sp.), Dopati (Impaticus sp.) which are also used in Ayurveda and Siddha system of medicine. India is a rich flora of medicinal plants. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 14–26 Read article
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Phytochemicals And Antioxidants Properties of Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides Root Bark
Abstract: There have been studies on Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides (Orinata), family; Rutaceae, which has shown remarkable benefits of the plant to humans traditional medicine. Root or stem bark macerations, decoctions or infusions of the plant are widely taken to treat malaria, fever, sickle cell anemia, tuberculosis, paralysis, oedema and general body weakness. They are also widely taken to treat intestinal problems, including colic, dysentery, intestinal worms, gonorrhea and urethritis. Studies show that …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Review on Cyperus scariosus: A Potential Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Saad kofi or Cyperus scariosus, known as Nagarmotha in India, is a delicate grass which is an angiosperm belonging to family Cyperaceae. Indian species of this plant is called motha. The best quality of saad is heavy in weight, rough from outside with strong aroma, whitish inside, highly bitter in taste. Its root extracts and volatile oil are used for medicinal purposes. Nagarmotha is also prescribed by local herbal medicine …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Mapping the Landscape of Neem Tree Research: Insights into Chemicals and Polymers through Bibliometric Exploration
Abstract: Azadirachta indica A. Juss, often referred to as Neem, is a rapidly developing tree that falls under the Meliacea family. For more than two millennia, Indians has relied on neem oil for its healing properties. Thus, to know the importance of neem tree, the study is needed. The Neem tree has been a subject of extensive research owing to its diverse array of chemicals and polymers with multifaceted applications. This …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 144–154 Read article
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Studies of Jalpalak to evaluate its phytochemical and cytoprotection properties
Abstract: Ipomoea aquatica, commonly known as water spinach, is a semi-aquatic, tropical plant. It is cultivated as a vegetable and originated first in Southeast Asia. It grows abundantly near waterways and requires little to no care. The current review summarizes the various studies done to evaluate the nutritional, phytochemical and pharmacological aspect of water spinach, lpomoea aquatica forssk, commonly known as Jalpalak in Hindi. The review has been done by intensive …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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A Review on Phytochemical and Pharmacological Properties of Anacyclus Pyrethrum (Akarkara)
Abstract: The wild species Anacyclus pyrethrum, or A. pyrethrum, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is commonly known as Akarkara. It originated in Spain, Morocco, and Algeria, and has since spread to Sri Lanka, India, Ukraine, Germany, Myanmar, France, and Poland. It is the benefits of bioactive compounds of plant found the chemical makeup, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing effects of hydroalcoholic extracts of A. pyrethrum’s roots, seeds, leaves, and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 102–110 Read article
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A Review on Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Properties of Curcuma amada (Zingiberaceae)
Abstract: Plant has been employed in traditional medicine since ancient times. Curcuma amada Roxb. (Mango ginger), is a member of Zingiberaceae family and the Curcuma genus. It is a distinctive spice that shares a similar appearance with ginger but provides a raw mango taste. It is considered as a valuable plant in traditional medicine which plays a crucial function in both the food and pharmaceutical industries. Ayurveda and Unani medicinal traditions …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Evaluation of Yield and Fruit Quality of Thirteen Selected Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill) Cultivars in Southwest Nigeria
Abstract: Assessing the morphology, fruit yield, proximate composition and phytochemical properties of some grown tomato cultivars from southwest Nigeria is needed to identify quality and promote performance for tomato industry. Thirteen tomato cultivars that are prominently grown by farmers were purposively collected from farmer’s field across the region and evaluated for fruit yield and nutritional quality. Fruit yield and quality were evaluated on field and laboratory of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Phytochemicals, Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Properties of Nepata cateria and Arnebia benthamii of Kashmir (India)
Abstract: Nepata cateria and Arnebia benthamii two reputed folk medicinal plants used by Kashmiri people. Nepata cateria is commonly used in ointment as mosquito repellents. Both the plants show both antioxidant and antidiabetic properties in vivo as well as in vitro. Phytochemical test were done in order to screen the presence of terpenoids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, polyphenols, alkaloids, anthraquinones and cardiac glycosides and all the result were positive. As well as …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Development Healthy Drink Use of Orange Juice, Carrot Juice, Aloe vera Juice, Holy Basil Dry Leaves Powder
Abstract: The phytochemical and physiochemical properties of orange juice enriched with carrot juice aloe Vera juice and whole besil dry leafs powder in this study the physic chemical and properties phytochemical properties of 70% orange juice 15% carrot juice 10% aloe vera juice 5% basil dry leafs extract powder were studies is healthy drink with high content of vitamin C zero fat due to which our drinks considered as healthy drink …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 38–53 Read article
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Comparative Study on the Antibacterial Activity of Pomegranate Rind Extract
Abstract: AbstractPomegranate (Punica granatum), is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub grown easily all over the world. In India, these fruits are used in the Ayurveda for treatment of many diseases. The present study emphasized on the antibacterial activity of the peel extract (rind) of two Punica granatum varieties (Kesar and Ganesh) on Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Bacillus sps. and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Methanol extract was found to be effective in Kesar …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Free Radical Scavenging Activity of Zanthoxylum rhetsa (Roxb) DC
Abstract: The leaves of Zanthoxylum rhetsa (Roxb) DC are used in Indian system of medicine. Thepresent study deals with the physicochemical, phytochemical investigation, and in vitroantioxidant activity on various extracts of the plant. The leaf extracts of Z. rhetsa wereprepared with five different solvents such as hexane, chloroform, ethyl acetate, ethanol andwater. The results of this study showed that leaves powder of Z. rhetsa is rich in secondarymetabolites and contain many …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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A Review: Carissa Carendas Leaves: Phytochemical Constituents, Traditional Use, and Pharmacological Properties
Abstract: Carissa carendas called Karanda are used in many traditional systems Unani, Ayurveda, homeopathic systems. Traditionally various herbal drugs used in curing many diseases are used singly or in a combination of another herbal drugs. Carissa carendas is all part of plant-like fruit, root, leaves all parts is used to treat many diseases traditionally. Various herbal drugs individually or in combination have been recommended for the treatment of different diseases. The …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Medicinal Properties of Oxytenanthera abyssinica: A Narrative Review
Abstract: Oxytenanthera abyssinica, a plant local to the African landmass, has gotten a parcel of intrigued in later a long time for its conceivable restorative benefits; it has been utilized in conventional medication for decades since of its assumed mending capabilities. In spite of its long history, careful logical examination into its restorative potential is being attempted. This review paper explore into the multidimensional part of O. Abyssinica is in progressed …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–42 Read article
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A Study on the Uses and Conservation of Traditional Fruit Trees in Uttarakhand: Their Ethnobotanical and Nutritional Significance
Abstract: Uttarakhand, a mountainous state in India, is home to a rich diversity of traditional fruit trees, characterized by their significant ethnobotanical and nutritional value. These fruits, cultivated in temperate and subtropical conditions, are integral to the livelihoods of rural populations, offering food security and economic opportunities. This study explores the distribution, morphological traits, and ethnobotanical uses of traditional fruits like kafal (Myrica esculenta), hisalu (Rubus ellipticus), and timil (Ficus auriculata). …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 01–19 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Bioactive Phytochemical Profiles of Moringa Oleifera and Aegle Marmelos Grown in Bundelkhand
Abstract: A comparative analysis of the bioactive phytochemical profiles of Moringa oleifera and Aegle marmelos grown in the Bundelkhand region was conducted to explore their potential health benefits. These properties make healing plants valuable in herbal medicine, supporting various aspects of health and well-being. The study aimed to determine the differences in the concentrations of bioactive compounds such as phenolic, flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamins C and E in the leaves and …
Published in Emerging Trends in Metabolites · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Efficacy of Ferula persica Extracts: A Phytochemical and Bioactivity Assessment in Iraq
Abstract: The research presented in the tables focuses on analyzing the chemical content of extracts from the Ferula persica plant, a wild species in Iraq with significant medical and therapeutic importance dating back to ancient times. This study involved testing some chemical and physical properties of the alcoholic extract of the plant's aerial parts and evaluating its antimicrobial activity, specifically against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). The …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–22 Read article