Authors : Gopal S. Gond and Savita Sonavani
Page Nos : 99-103
Description :
Medicinal plants are used to cure common ailments by the people of the tribal area. The selection of Andrographis paniculata and Cinnamomum tamala for evaluation was based on traditional use for treatment of common ailments. Andrographis paniculata is also known as Bhuinimb or Kalmegh in India. This plant is the rich source of bioactive constituents. Its phytochemical extract can protect human against a number of diseases. It is mostly used for the treatment of fever, breathing problem, skin disorders, ulcers and also in liver disorders, diabetes and has antimalarial activity. Cinnamomum tamala known as tejpat / bay leaves in trade, found in Himalayan region, is a promising medicinal plant species. Its leaves are widely used as spice throughout the world since ancient times. It is used in Indian system of traditional medicines in various Ayurvedic formulations. Qualitative phytochemical screening of Andrographis paniculata and Cinnamomum tamala were studied. The methanol solvent was used to obtain extracts from powdered plant parts. The extracts were subjected to qualitative phytochemical screening using standard procedures. The extract of Cinnamomum tamala showed the presence of Flavonoids, Tannins, Triterpenoids, Phenols, Steroids and Quinones. The extract of Andrographis paniculata showed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, sterols, phenols and tannins. The diversity of phytochemicals present suggests that Cinnamomum tamala and Andrographis paniculata could serve as a source of useful drugs.
