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Background: Colocasia gigantea is a large, stemless, tuberous, frost-tender perennial of the arum family, which typically grows tall and wide. It is found abundantly in tropical countries, and in Southeast Asia. Methodology and Results: Phytochemical analysis using gas chromatography and acute toxicity testing was done on methanolic leaf extract of Colocasia gigantea. The adult male wistar rats used for acute toxicity testing were 13 in number. The results showed that at 5000mg/kg, of administration of methanolic leaf extract Colocasia gigantean, no death occurred among the wistar rats used for the study. Phytochemical analysis results on methanolic leaf extract of Colocasia gigantea showed the presence of flavonoids (flavon – 3-ol and flavone), alkaloids, tannins, nobiletin, artemetin. Conclusion: Methanolic leaf extract of Colocasia gigantea contains substances of significant medicinal values and acute administration of methanolic leaf extract is relatively...
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Magnolia champaca, also known as Michelia champaca, is a member of the Magnoliaceae family, widely distributed across the sub-Himalayan region, West Bengal, Myanmar, South India, and apart from China. This plant is celebrated for its perfumery applications, earning the nickname “Joy Perfume Tree,” with its fragrance featured in the world’s second best-selling perfume, “Joy.” The plant boasts a diverse array of phytochemicals, including alkaloids, tannins, sterols, flavonoids, phenols, and saponins, suggesting its potential as a rich source of medicinal compounds. Michelia champaca has demonstrated a broad spectrum of pharmacological activities, including anti-microbial, anti-pyretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, insecticidal, anti-uretic, carminative, and anti-diabetic properties. In this review article express taxonomy, synonyms, vernacular names, distribution, ethnomedical uses, phytochemicals, and pharmacological activities of Magnolia champaca have been...
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Momordica dioica, commonly known as spiny gourd or teasel gourd, is a perennial, dioecious climber belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Widely distributed across tropical Asia, especially in India, this underutilized vegetable holds immense medicinal and nutritional significance. The plant is characterized by its small, spiny, green fruits that are rich in dietary fibre, minerals, and bioactive compounds. Ethnobotanical studies reveal its traditional use in managing diabetes, inflammation, fever, and digestive disorders. Phytochemical analyses have identified the presence of flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, saponins, and phenolic compounds that contribute to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, hepatoprotective, and antidiabetic properties. Its seeds and fruits are used in Ayurvedic formulations, while leaves are sometimes applied for wound healing and skin ailments. Recent pharmacological investigations have supported many of its traditional claims and highlight its potential as a source for novel therapeutic agents. However, despite its proven benefits, M. dioica remains under-researched and underutilized. Agronomically, it is a hardy plant suited to diverse climatic conditions, though its cultivation is limited to certain regions due to lack...
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Plants create bioactive substances called phytochemicals to defend themselves. Consuming phytochemicals including carotenoids, polyphenols, isoprenoids, phytosterols, saponins, dietary Fibers, polysaccharides, etc. has been linked to certain health outcomes, according to recent scientific research. This article lists a few of these well-known fruits, such as Persea americana, Selenicereus undatus, Morus, Psidium guajava, Mallus domestica, and Vaccinium macrocarpon, that may offer new sources of health-promoting substances. Additionally, this web page lists a few of these popular fruits that could deliver fresh supplies of substances that enhance health. A diet rich in fruits has been linked to a lower risk of noncommunicable diseases because they contain a variety of compounds that, in addition to vitamins and minerals, offer health-protective qualities. Many have therefore chosen to enhance their overall standard of life through increasing their fruit intake, taking dietary supplements or nutraceuticals, or using nutritional therapy or phytotherapy in place of prescription medications. The development of specific horticulture models for the production of nutritional fruits may offer an interesting opportunity to obtain an...
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Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years, with early records from the Sumerians and continued global use, especially in developing countries. Despite the rise of synthetic drugs like aspirin, interest in plant-based treatments remains strong due to the limitations of conventional medicine and the belief in the safety of natural products. About 25% of modern drugs originate from plants. Traditional extraction methods like maceration, percolation, infusion, and decoction have long been used, but they are time-consuming and less efficient. To improve yield and efficiency, advanced extraction techniques like Soxhlet extraction, steam distillation, microwave-assisted extraction (MAE), ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE), and supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) have been developed. Each method varies in effectiveness, required expertise, cost, and environmental impact. The efficiency of extraction depends on factors such as solvent choice, particle size, and temperature. Despite advances, traditional methods are still valuable for their simplicity and...
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