ISOLATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF PHYTOSTEROLS FROM BIGNONIA VENUSTA (L.)
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https://doi.org/10.22159/ajpcr.2017.v10i12.21009Keywords:
Bignonia venusta L, Infrared, Gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy, PhytosterolsAbstract
Objective: To isolate phytosterols from Bignonia venusta (L.) and its antimicrobial activity.
Introduction: B. venusta is an important medicinal plant known for its vast potential. It is a valuable plant which is commonly used in traditional system of medicine for relieving pain and inflammation, as well as in a number of metabolic disorders such as diabetes and obesity.
Methods: In the present study, phytosterols from B. venusta was identified and quantified in vivo. Phytosterols were identified using chromatographic and spectral studies.
Conclusion: B. venusta (L.) is an ideal source of phytosterols and act as antimicrobial agent.Â
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