Pharmacognostic study of an extra pharmacopeial drug Porana paniculata Roxb.
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Porana paniculata Roxb., Ethnomedicine, Phytochemical, Traditional medicineAbstract
Background: Traditional medicine may benefit from the use of Porana paniculata Roxb., a medicinal plant that has received less attention. Although it is used in ethnomedicine, a thorough pharmacognostic assessment has not yet been conducted. The aim of this study is to ascertain the pharmacognostic profile of Porana paniculata Roxb. by analyzing its macroscopic, microscopic, and physicochemical characteristics.
Methods: Organoleptic tests, T.S. analysis, and particle microscopy are all parts of pharmacognostic evaluation. Physical-chemical analyses, including HPTLC analysis, extractive values, ash values, and moisture content, were performed. Bioactive compounds were found after preliminary phytochemical screening.
Results: The investigation revealed significant microscopic characteristics, including distinct trichome formations and vascular patterns. Physicochemical measurements provided baseline norms for quality control. Phytochemical analysis of flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, and glycosides confirmed its potential for medical use.
Conclusion: The pharmacognostic investigation establishes a basic understanding of the identification, quality, and Ayurvedic properties of Porana paniculata. These findings lend credence to its standardization, quality assurance, and potential therapeutic applications in Ayurveda and herbal medicine. Additional pharmacological study is required to substantiate its traditional claims.
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