Pharmacognostic aspect of Scoparia dulcis L.
T. V. Binu * and B. VijayakumariDepartment of Botany, Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore - 641 043, India
Abstract: A study was carried out at Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher education for Women Coimbatore to evaluate the Pharmacognostic, phytochemical and biochemical aspect of Scoparia dulcis (L).The Pharmacognostic studies involved organoleptic study, fluorescence analysis, preliminary photochemical studies and biochemical analysis. Observations revealed the presence of biologically active compounds. The results of root and shoot analysis gave a contribution to the world of traditional medicines. Both the sample showed pleasant odour and bitter taste. The fluorescence analysis of root and shoot powder under UV light and ordinary light showed a little difference only. Biochemical studies on the two samples showed the presence of protein and carbohydrates. Shoot extract showed more content of both protein and carbohydrates.
Keywords: Medicinal plants; Scoparia dulcis L; Pharmacognostic studies; Photochemical Back to TOC