Phytochemical screening and biological activities of Copaifera langsdorffii Desf. (Fabaceae) organic extracts
This study explores the therapeutic potential of Copaifera langsdorffii Desf. (Fabaceae), commonly known as Copaba, a legume renowned for its oleoresin extraction. The organic extracts from Copabas leaves, stem bark, and wood, using n-hexane, ethyl acetate and methanol were investigated for their antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. In vitro assessments included deter... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - March 22, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Productivity and picroside contents of Picrorhiza kurroa Royle ex Benth. cultivated at multi-locations in Uttarakhand, India
Cultivation is cost effective for conservation and sustainable supply of rare and high value medicinal plants. Assessment of productivity and quality testing validates cultivation and improves trade prospective. Picrorhiza kurroa is a recently domesticated Himalayan medicinal herb. Despite, specific habitat preference above 3000 m in natural habitats, P. kurroa is cultivated successfully bel... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - March 6, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Comprehensive evaluation of antiacne properties: HPLC analysis of crude extract from Aloe buettneri leaves against Cutibacterium acnes-induced acne
The hydroethanolic extract of Aloe buettneri was assessed for its anti-acne activity in a Cutibacterium acnes-induced acne model in rats as part of this study. Conventional therapies for acne often entail serious side effects. Total phenols, quantified using the Folin-Ciocalteu method, were found to be at a concentration of 16 0.3 mg GAE/g, while total flavonoids, determined using the alumi... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - January 25, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Qualitative, quantitative composition and evaluation of the antioxidant activity of polar extracts of stem bark of Hexalobus crispiflorus A. Rich (Annonaceae family): Central African species
Hexalobus crispiflorus A. Rich., synonym Hexalobus grandiflorus Benth, is a plant in the Central African pharmacopoeia, widely used in the treatment of skin diseases and diabetes. The present study is a contribution to the qualitative and quantitative analysis and evaluation of the antioxidant activity of this plant. Preliminary phytochemical tests carried out on the different crude extracts... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - December 21, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effects of different nitrogen forms and concentration combinations on American ginseng seedling growth
This study investigated the impact of various nitrogen forms on American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) seedling growth. Thirteen treatments of inorganic and organic nitrogen combinations were tested in the first year and growth indicators were measured. In the second year, treatments with significant growth promotion effects were further verified. The results showed improved growth of Americ... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - December 18, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Phytochemical compounds present in COVI-MXG herbal preparation inhibits RNA-Dependent RNA polymerase from SARS-CoV-2: A molecular docking study
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) has been identified as the agent responsible for COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, no therapeutic agents have proven effective in combating the virus. Managing the infection is mainly palliative in nature, involving infection prevention strategies and supportive therapy anchored on drugs that practitioners have had previous usage exper... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - December 15, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Antimicrobial activities of the extract of shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa Gaertn. F.) leaf and bark on some selected clinical pathogens
This study was designed to determine the antimicrobial activities of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) ex... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - December 8, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Phytochemicals properties of Carica papaya Linn seeds ’ essential oil and their antifungal and antibacterial activities
This study aims to determine the phytochemicals of papaya seeds essential oils their antimicrobial properties. Polyphenolic content and antioxidant properties were determined with standard methods. GC-MS was used to analyze chemical compounds. Antimicrobial properties were performed using agar diffusion method. MICs, MBCs and MFCs w... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - November 27, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Genipa americana fruit ethanolic extract in the control of environmental infecting agents
The choice of substances that are not harmful to man and the environment is a priority in the production of sanitizing products. The aim of this study was to evaluate the disinfectant action and biofilm biomass reduction of the ethanolic extract of Genipa americana fruit. The extract disinfectant efficacy was assessed by modified Kelsey-Sykes, solid surface, and use-dilution methods. Also, t... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - November 13, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Ethnobotanical studies in Iran ’ s rangelands
Irans rich plant biodiversity includes over 8,400 species, of which more than 2,300 possess medicinal properties. The research community comprised scientific documents on ethnobotany published between 2010 and 2022. Keywords related to ethnobotany, rangeland, and Iran were searched in the databases of scientific journals. All articles were downloaded and read. The collected data were analyze... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - November 7, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Medicinal plants diversity at King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Royal Natural Reserve in Saudi Arabia and their conservation management
King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Royal Natural Reserve (KSRNR) is the largest protected area in the Middle East. This literature review study considered the primary survey on the native medicinal plant diversity at KSRNR in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). KSRNR flora, until now, has about 260 plant species, representing about 12% of the KSA flora. Information was gathered through an extensive li... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - November 7, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Determination of tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol contents in Cannabis sativa L. samples in Togo using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry
This study aimed to determine the levels of phytocannabinoids, specifically 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), in cannabis samples collected from various towns in Togo using gas ... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - October 6, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Comprehensive liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry-based metabolomic analysis of Moringa oleifera seeds
In this study,... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - September 8, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Effect of Canarium schweinfurthii leaf and pulp extracts on blood glucose levels in oral glucose load - induced hyperglycemia in Wistar albino rats
Canarium schweinfurthii is a common medicinal plant used as food and medicine in communities of central Uganda. Local communities and herbalists commonly used it in the management of diabetes mellitus type 2 with limited information on its effectiveness. Study assessed the hypoglycemic effect of C. schweinfurthii aqueous and total crude leaf and pulp extracts on blood glucose levels in Wista... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - September 6, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research

Chemical characterization of bottlebrush leaves found in NISLT premises, Samonda, Ibadan, Nigeria.
This study investigated the chemical composition of Bottlebrush leaves for its ascribed mythical medicinal uses. Bottlebrush leaves were collected from the Nigerian institute of science laboratory technology premises in Ibadan, Nigeria. Proximate analyses, phytochemical screening, elemental analysis and antioxidant analysis were carried out on the leaves extract. This study has provided a sc... (Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research)
Source: Journal of Medicinal Plants Research - August 18, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Source Type: research