Identification And Characterization Of Bio-Active Ingredient From The Medicinal Plant Persea Americana (Lauraceae) (Avocado Leaf):-Akwada, Ugochukwu C.

Authors: AKWADA UGOCHUKWU CLINTON | Natural & Applied Sciences Chemistry Projects 47 pages 6,514 words

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ABSTRACT

The leaves of Persea Americana were analyzed for its bioactive compounds. The phytochemical analysis confirms the quantitative presence of flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, tannins, phenols which aie bio-protective to the body system. The Gas Chromatography- Mass Spectrum (Gt -MS) anal} sis oi the ethanolic extracts showed the presence oftwo esters comprising ol [l]Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester,[2] Octadecanoic acid methyl ester. The result authenticates the use ot the leaves in the treatment of wound, convulsion and reduction of high blood pressure

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