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VOL. 6, ISSUE 3 (2021)
Assessment of quality control parameters of the leaves of Clerodendrum phlomidis Linn.f
Authors
Krishnaveni R, S Rajan
Abstract
Clerodendrum phlomidis is commonly known as Agnimantha in Ayurveda and it belongs to the family Verbenaceae. Owing to its multifarious biological activity, the plant has gained importance in the treatment of many diseases such as asthma, rheumatism, dysentery, tooth ache, leprosy, inflammatory diseases and is of great demand in the fast growing herbal market. The aim of the present study is to perform the pharmacognostical, phytochemical and HPTLC finger printing profile on the leaves of Clerodendrum phlomidis. Free hand sections of leaves are taken using a rotary microtome and stained with toludene blue to carry out pharmacognostical studies. The aqueous and ethanolic leaf extracts are analysed for the presence of phyto constituents. HPTLC studies are carried out for the aqueous and ethanolic leaf extracts. The leaves are identified by the presence of plano convex midrib, collateral vascular bundle, and occasionally the presence of umbrella shaped glandular trichomes. Powder microscopy showed the presence of fibre, non glandular trichomes, epidermal cells and cyclocytic stomata. The phytochemical analysis showed the presence of flavanoids, tannins, phytosterols, carbohydrates and proteins in aqueous extract and ethanol extract contained alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, sterols, proteins and carbohydrates. The information derived from the present study helps in the botanical identification of leaves of Clerodendrum phlomidis and also be used as a valuable information to ensure the quality of the drug as adulteration is becoming common these days. The study will help in the better understanding of the use of this plant leaf for biological activities and for dissemination of knowledge for the researchers who undertake this plant part for further study.
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Pages:546-551
How to cite this article:
Krishnaveni R, S Rajan "Assessment of quality control parameters of the leaves of <em>Clerodendrum phlomidis</em> Linn.f ". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 6, Issue 3, 2021, Pages 546-551
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