| Abstrakt: |
This study examined Madhuca longifolia leaves phytochemically and fingerprinted them using Thin Layer Chromatography. Traditional Indian medicine uses M. longifolia as a versatile herb, however its bioactive components have not been scientifically proven. The leaves were sequentially extracted using chloroform, petroleum ether, methanol, ethanol, water, and other polar solvents. Qualitative phytochemical screening found alkaloids, carbohydrates, flavonoids, glycosides, phenols, proteins, saponins, steroids, tannins and terpenoids. These bioactive compounds were most prevalent in ethanol and methanol extracts. TLC analysis separated and identified the primary components, yielding a unique fingerprint for the most prevalent chemical with an Rf value of 0.49. This fingerprint can guide pharmaceutical quality control and future research. This study supports M. longifolia's long history of usage in herbal medicine and shows its potential for medical research. The compounds' medical and pharmacological effects need more study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
