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VOL. 10, ISSUE 10 (2025)
Extraction of different parts of Verbesina encelioides in various solvents and determination of presence of primary and secondary metabolites in the extracts
Authors
Savita Kumari, Rishikesh Meena
Abstract
The present study investigates the extraction efficiency and
phytochemical composition of different parts (roots, stems, leaves, and
flowers) of Verbesina encelioides (L.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex A.Gray using
solvents of varying polarity—water, methanol, and ethanol. The extracts were
analyzed for their extractive yields and qualitative presence of primary
(carbohydrates and proteins) and secondary metabolites (phenolics, flavonoids,
alkaloids, and phytosterols). Results revealed significant variation in
extractive values among plant parts and solvents, with the highest yield
obtained from the aqueous extract of flowers (222 mg/g dry weight).
Phytochemical screening confirmed the widespread presence of carbohydrates,
proteins, phenols, flavonoids, and alkaloids across most extracts, whereas
phytosterols were confined to ethanol and methanol extracts of specific
tissues. These findings highlight the organ-specific and solvent-dependent
distribution of metabolites in V. encelioides, emphasizing its potential
as a source of bioactive compounds for pharmacological and industrial
applications. The study provides a scientific basis for targeted extraction and
utilization of V. encelioides in natural product research.
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Pages:32-36
How to cite this article:
Savita Kumari, Rishikesh Meena "Extraction of different parts of <i>Verbesina encelioides </i>in various solvents and determination of presence of primary and secondary metabolites in the extracts". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 10, Issue 10, 2025, Pages 32-36
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