Acrostichum aureum linn (crosiers): Unveiling nutritional content, phytochemical composition and anxiolytic activity through preclinical studies
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Acrostichum aureum Linn., a mangrove fern found in tropical and subtropical regions, is known for its medicinal properties. Despite its traditional use, the nutritional content, phytochemical composition, and anxiolytic potential of its edible crosiers remain unexplored. This study aimed to address this gap by analysing the nutritional content, phytochemical composition, and anxiolytic activity of crosiers. Fresh crosiers underwent nutritional analysis, mineral and vitamin assessment and heavy metal screening. Subsequently, phytochemical investigations were conducted on aqueous and methanolic extracts, followed by anxiolytic activity screening in Wistar albino rats using elevated plus maze and light and dark model. Nutritional analysis revealed crosiers as a rich source of dietary fiber (18% RDA), essential minerals (copper 19% RDA), and vitamins (A >100% RDA, C 15% RDA, B1 15% RDA, B7 17% RDA, B9 37% RDA). Notably, Vitamin A content exceeded daily requirements, highlighting potential health benefits. The absence of significant heavy metal contamination suggests the safety of consuming crosiers. Phytochemical screening identified alkaloids, glycosides, flavonoids, tannins, phenols, saponins, proteins, and carbohydrates in plant extracts. The aqueous extract (400 mg/kg) exhibited significant (P
Source: Journal of Research in Pharmacy
Authors: Daniel Anthony Vaz, Sweaton Fernandes, Asmita Arondekar
Institution: Goa University
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4413422152