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Phytochemical analysis of bark of Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. (Fabaceae)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. is a medicinally valuable plant species traditionally used to treat various ailments. This study aimed to investigate the phytochemical constituents and medicinal uses of P. marsupium bark. Qualitative phytochemical screening revealed the presence of tannins, saponins, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, reducing sugars, steroids, and alkaloids in various extracts of the bark. The plant's medicinal uses, including antiinflammatory, anti-cataract, antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic, and nephroprotective activities, are also reviewed. The findings of this study provide scientific validation for the traditional uses of P. marsupium and highlight its potential as a rich source of bioactive compounds for pharmaceutical applications

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14791355

Authors: Sharma, Bhagwati Prashad, Gupta, Adesh, Lyngdoh, Aroma, Rani, J Jeline, Mety, Sundar S, Singh, Gajender, Das, Kadambini

Institutions: Government of Himachal Pradesh, Bishop Heber College, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University

Language: English

Topic: Medicinal Plant Research

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6911898262

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