@article {1245, title = {Micromorphology, Physiognomies and Bio-element Analysis of Launaea nudicaulis (L.) Hook. f.}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Research}, volume = {16}, year = {2024}, month = {April 2024}, pages = {414-422}, type = {Original Article}, chapter = {414}, abstract = {

Background: Launaea nudicaulis (L.) Hook. f. is a glabrous perennial herb having simple, sessile leaf and yellow flower. In Ayurveda it is used as a botanical source of Gojihva. The herb is said to be useful as a Shaka (vegetable) and medicine for various diseases like Raktapitta (hemorrhagic disorders), Shwaasa (breathing problems), Kasa (cough), Kushtha (skin diseases), Vrana (wounds), Visarpa (erysipelas), Prameha (diabetes mellitus), and Aruchi (anorexia). Few researches have also been published on its analgesic, anti-inflammatory activity, anti-diabetic and wound healing but its micromorphology, pharmacognosy, physiochemical and bio-element analysis is not reported yet. Objectives: The present study was carried out to study the micromorphology, pharmacognosy, physiochemical and bio-element analysis for proper identification and authentication of the herb. Materials and Methods: The macroscopy, microscopy, physicochemical, phytochemical parameters and bio-element analysis were done using different chemicals and reagents with standard procedures. Results: The presence of golden yellow latex in the root of the herb is identification characteristic. Calcium oxalate crystals and stone cells were seen in powder study. The GC-MS analysis identified 25 metabolites which comprised of fatty acids, sugars, amino acids etc. HPLC analysis revealed presence of 10 metabolites among which Cichoric acid was found in maximum concentration. Conclusion: The results of the study will help for the proper identification and authentication of the herb.

}, keywords = {Ayurveda, GC-MS, Gojihva, HPLC, Pharmacognosy.}, doi = {10.5530/pres.16.2.51}, author = {Shivani Ghildiyal and Vishal Kumar and Yashika Bidhuri and Tanuja Manoj Nesari and Debabrata Sircar} } @article {1154, title = {Physico-chemical and Phytochemical Analysis of Sphaeranthus indicus Linn. (Whole Plant)}, journal = {Pharmacognosy Research}, volume = {15}, year = {2023}, month = {June 2023}, pages = {492-496}, type = {Original Article }, chapter = {492}, abstract = {

Introduction: Quality, safety, and efficacy are the three main components of any therapy used for disease cure. Ayurveda encompasses vast knowledge regarding the use of numerous herbal sources for disease management. Sphaeranthus indicus Linn. (Known as Mundi) is one such drug praised in classical as well as contemporary medicinal science for its therapeutic efficacy. The present study aims at development of quality standards for the Sphaeranthus indicus Linn. (Whole plant) sample utilizing physico-chemical and phytochemical analysis. Objectives: To perform physico-chemical, phytochemical, HPTLC, FTIR and UV analysis of Sphaeranthus indicus Linn (Whole plant) sample. Materials and Methods: Physico-chemical analysis was done as per the guidelines mentioned by Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India. Phytochemical analysis, HPTLC, FTIR and UV analysis was done as per the globally accepted standard guidelines. Observations and Results: The observed values were then compared to the standard values to make the monograph of Sphaeranthus indicus Linn. (Whole Plant).

}, keywords = {Ayurveda, Dravyaguna, Geraniol, HPTLC, Mundi, Sphaeranthus indicus.}, doi = {10.5530/pres.15.3.051}, author = {Sumedh Joshi and Megha and Bhargav Vijay Bhide and Shivani Ghildiyal and Tanuja Manoj Nesari} }