Showing papers in "Journal of Herbs, Spices & Medicinal Plants in 2021"
TL;DR: In this article, community managed Village Common Forest (VCF) in Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHTs) in Bangladesh is an example of sustainable forest management under non-governmental customary rules and regulations.
Abstract: Community managed Village Common Forest (VCF) in Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHTs) in Bangladesh is an example of sustainable forest management under non-governmental customary rules and regulations. T...
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TL;DR: FESM ameliorated scopolamine-induced memory impairment via enhancement of cholinergic function and inhibition of oxidative stress in mice brains and decreased acetylcholinesterase enzyme activity in the striatum, cortex, and hippocampus of mice brain.
Abstract: The effect of ethanol fruit extract of Spondias mombin (FESM) against scopolamine-induced memory impairment was evaluated in mice Swiss mice were injected with scopolamine (3 mg kg−1, ip) and tre
12 citations
TL;DR: The chemical composition and anti-inflammatory, antihemolytic, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities of solvent extracts of Thymus algeriensis in petroleum ether, chloroform, and n-butanol were analyzed in this article.
Abstract: The chemical composition and anti-inflammatory, antihemolytic, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities of solvent extracts of Thymus algeriensis in petroleum ether, chloroform, and n-butanol were...
9 citations
TL;DR: The secondary metabolites showed promising binding affinities toward the potassium channel, 5-HT1B, and glutathione reductase protein targets in molecular docking analysis and ADME analysis revealed drug-likeness by following Lipinski’s rule.
Abstract: The anxiolytic, antidepressant, and antioxidant activities of Vitex peduncularis leaf extracts in methanol (MEVP) were studied through the in vivo, in vitro, and in silico models The leaves were e
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TL;DR: The study evaluated 10 Kalmegh accessions in a randomized complete blocks design and characterized over two Kharif seasons for plant characteristics, yield, and andrographolide, neoandrographlide, and 14-deoxy-11, 12 dehydroandrograpolide (14-DDA).
Abstract: Genetic diversity based on molecular, morphological, and chemical characteristics was examined in Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata). The study evaluated 10 Kalmegh accessions in a randomized comple...
7 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the exact effect of rutin on hepatic fibrosis was investigated, and the effect was shown to be negligible. But, the exact mechanism was not investigated.
Abstract: Despite rutin, extracted from black mulberry, has several pharmacological activities, its exact effect against hepatic fibrosis remains incompletely identified. Accordingly, this study investigates...
6 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors evaluated the ethanolic rhizome extracts of Kaempferia species (K. angustiflora, K. elegans, k galanga-1, kgalanga-2, kGalanga-3, kGala-4, kP pulchra, and K. rotunda).
Abstract: The ethanolic rhizome extracts of Kaempferia species (K. angustiflora, K. elegans, K. galanga-1, K. galanga-2, K. galanga-3, K. marginata, K. parviflora, K. pulchra, and K. rotunda) were evaluated ...
6 citations
TL;DR: In vitro propagation method was developed for Andrographis macrobotrys for large-scale multiplication and multiple axillary shoots were regenerated from nodal explants on MS medium supplemented with 7.5 μM L−1 BAP.
Abstract: ABSTRACT In vitro propagation method was developed for Andrographis macrobotrys for large-scale multiplication. Nodal explants were cultured on Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium containing cytokinins including 6-benzyl amino purine (BAP), kinetin (KN), 2-isopentyl adenine (2-iP) and thidiazuron (TDZ) at 2.5, 5, 7.5 or 10 μM L−1. Multiple axillary shoots (32 shoots per explants) were regenerated from nodal explants on MS medium supplemented with 7.5 μM L−1 BAP. Quarter strength MS medium supplemented with 5 μM L−1 indole-3-butyric acid (IBA) was effective for induction of roots from the regenerated shoots and on this medium optimal of 49 roots were regenerated from shoots. Micropropagated plants were transplanted to pots containing soil and coco-peat (1:1) mix and maintained in growth chamber at 25 ± 2°C, relative humidity 80%, irradiance of 100 µmol m−2 s−1 for 16-h photoperiod. After eight weeks, plants were transferred to field where soil was mixed with farmyard manure and sand.
5 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examined the Gond tribals for traditional knowledge over ethnomedicinal practices with an emphasis on its documentation, healing practices, and usages, and found that Datura stramonium was the most used plant by the traditional healers.
Abstract: ABSTRACT The present study examined the Gond tribals for traditional knowledge over ethnomedicinal practices with an emphasis on its documentation, healing practices, and usages. Empirical fieldwork was conducted in Bilaspur district, of Chhattisgarh, India using semistructured interview, observation, and case study involving 30 key informants selected through purposive sampling. The study documented 65 medicinal plants species belonging to 36 families. . of which 37% species were trees, 28% herbs, 20% small trees, 6% climbers, and 9% species shrubs being used for treating 61 types of disease. Datura stramonium was most used plant by the traditional healers. Additionally, 23 plant species were also used as edibles.
5 citations
TL;DR: The antioxidant potential (% RSA and EC50) of solvent extracts of leaves and roots of Lobelia nicotianifolia Roth was assessed using five in vitro assays and correlated with the total phenolic content and total flavonoid content.
Abstract: The antioxidant potential (% RSA and EC50) of solvent extracts of leaves and roots of Lobelia nicotianifolia Roth. was assessed using five in vitro assays. The EC50 values of methanolic extract wer...
4 citations
TL;DR: Results demonstrated A. marmelos as an antioxidant and a sustainable by-product with therapeutic potential for treating inflammation.
Abstract: The primary and secondary metabolites of different parts of Aegle marmelos were isolated, the cyclic polyols were characterized. The antioxidant activities in vitro and in a cell-based human liver ...
TL;DR: In this paper, the ecological status of medicinal and aromatic plants species (MAPs) in the alpine region of the Western Himalaya was assessed to identify the current threats on these MAPs.
Abstract: The ecological status of medicinal and aromatic plants species (MAPs) in the alpine region of the Western Himalaya was assessed to identify the current threats on these MAPs. Of the 400 MAPs report...
TL;DR: The biological activities of Inula graveolens in Chebba (Tunisia) salt marsh were screened in this article, where total polyphenol (TPP), flavonoid (TF), and proanthocyanidin (TPC) contents were determined and the corre...
Abstract: The biological activities of Inula graveolens in Chebba (Tunisia) salt marsh were screened. Total polyphenol (TPP), flavonoid (TF), and proanthocyanidin (TPC) contents were determined and the corre...
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors investigated the phytochemicals, protein and cellulose profiles, and the antiradical, antibacterial and cytotoxicity activities of Orthosiphon aristatus.
Abstract: This study investigated the phytochemicals, protein and cellulose profiles, and the antiradical, antibacterial and cytotoxicity activities of Orthosiphon aristatus. The cellulose profile of the her...
TL;DR: In this paper, local people of the delta region of Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu, India) were surveyed to explore the therapeutic medicinal plants used in folk medicine in the study area.
Abstract: ABSTRACT The local people of the delta region of Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu, India) were surveyed to explore the therapeutic medicinal plants used in folk medicine in the study area. The people belonged to four agricultural rural villages in the study region. The medicinal plants data was validated using frequency citation (FC), relative frequency of citation (RFC), use value (UV), relative importance (RI), cultural importance index (CIi), informant agreement ratio (IAR), informant consensus factor (IFC) and fidelity level (FL). The survey identified 77 indigenous plants from 43 families, of which Fabaceae was used 12% followed by Rutaceae (6%), Lamiaceae and Cucurbitaceae (each 5%), Solanaceae (5%) and others (63%), used for treating 20 ailment categories. Among plant parts, leaves were the most used in the form of powder. Acorus calamus, Bauhinia racemosa, Borassus flabellifer, Myristica fragrans, Sphaeranthus indicus, Withania somnifera and Cissampelos andromorpha warrant further pharmacological investigations.
TL;DR: The calcium oxalate reduction capacity of Argemone mexicana was demonstrated in vivo in ethylene glycol-induced urolithic rats and protected from renal damage and repaired and increased diuresis activity thereby completely excreted calcium oxAlate crystals in renal tubes.
Abstract: The calcium oxalate reduction capacity of Argemone mexicana was demonstrated in vivo in ethylene glycol-induced urolithic rats. A. mexicana leaves extract at 400 and 750 mg kg−1 b.w. demonstrated p...
TL;DR: In vivo the therapeutic effect of M. oleifera on the immune response in clinical application was demonstrated and the immunosuppressive effects of CP on delayed type hypersensitivity (DTH) response were demonstrated.
Abstract: In this study, the effect of Moringa oleifera extracts were investigated on an immunosuppressed model of cyclophosphamide-induced Swiss mice. M. oleifera seed and root extracts (2.0 g kg−1 body wt)...
TL;DR: Results showed that all the plant extracts inhibited viral syncytium formation with the effective concentrations at 50% (EC50), indicating that the extracts were not toxic to 1A2 cells.
Abstract: Aqueous extracts of selected Thai medicinal plants were assessed for anti-HIV-1 activities in syncytium reduction assay using ∆tat/revMC99/1A2 system and reverse transcription (RT) inhibition assay...
TL;DR: In this paper, the antihyperlipidemic and antioxidant effects of Mentha piperita leaves extracts in Poloxamer 407-induced hyperlipIDemic rats were investigated.
Abstract: The antihyperlipidemic and antioxidant effects of Mentha piperita leaves extracts in Poloxamer 407-induced hyperlipidemic rats were investigated. Antihyperlipidemic activities of hexane, ethyl acet...
TL;DR: It is suggested that MEPTS may have potent antimalarial activity and modulated lipid dysfunction and hypoglycemia generated by malaria.
Abstract: This study evaluated the effects of methanol extract of Peltophorum pterocarpum stem bark (MEPTS) on blood glucose level and lipid profile of Plasmodium berghei ANKA 65-parasitized mice. The levels...
TL;DR: Histopathology showed that the ESECB-treated rats regained normal physiology of ovarian architecture, which was distorted due to the PCOS condition, and the altered levels of non-enzymatic antioxidants were brought back to normal levels in these groups.
Abstract: The effects of ethanolic seed extract of Caesalpenia bonducella (ESECB) on in vivo enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidant levels and histopathological changes in Mifepristone-induced polycystic ov...
TL;DR: In vitro regenerated plants were successfully acclimatized to greenhouse conditions with a survival rate of 85% and exhibited normal phenotypes.
Abstract: An in vitro protocol for direct and callus mediated regeneration of complete plantlets of Curcuma karnatakensis was established. For direct regeneration rhizome buds were used as explants and cultu...
TL;DR: Community associated strains of Staphylococcus aureus were isolated and treated with extracts of Catharanthus roseus and Camellia sinensis to examine their antibacterial potential, either alone or in combination with an antibiotic, ampicillin.
Abstract: Community associated strains of Staphylococcus aureus were isolated and treated with extracts of Catharanthus roseus and Camellia sinensis (black tea) to examine their antibacterial potential, eith...
TL;DR: The phytochemical composition of the ethanolic extract of Crinum viviparum was determined and the anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, thrombolytic, and anti-diarrheal activities were investigated by as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: The phytochemical composition of the ethanolic extract of Crinum viviparum was determined and the anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, thrombolytic, and anti-diarrheal activities were investigated by...
TL;DR: Shoots of Hemidesmus indicus cultured in Murashige and Skoog (MS-1) containing 6-benzyladenine (10μm) and kinetin (5μM) were assessed for rutin and acid acid as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: Shoots of Hemidesmus indicus cultured in Murashige and Skoog (MS-1) containing 6-benzyladenine (10 μM) and kinetin (5 μM) and MS-2 containing indole-3-acetic acid (2 μM) were assessed for rutin and...
TL;DR: In this article, the authors analyzed the phytochemical compositions, antioxidant properties (DPPH, ABTS, and hydroxyl radical assay), anti-proliferative activity (lung can...
Abstract: Knoxia sumatrensis leaf extracts in methanol were analyzed for the phytochemical compositions, antioxidant properties (DPPH, ABTS, and hydroxyl radical assay), anti-proliferative activity (lung can...
TL;DR: The metabolic variation of berberine and palmatine content in the roots of Berberis lycium was analyzed by HPTLC–UV for the identification of quality raw material (QRM) used in the industry.
Abstract: The metabolic variation of berberine and palmatine content in the roots of Berberis lycium was analyzed by HPTLC–UV for the identification of quality raw material (QRM) used in the industry. Ten na...
TL;DR: An ethnobotanical survey was conducted in Emdjez Edchich, Dakkich Rabeh, Sefisfa and Ali Hzila Ramdan of central Russikada province in northeastern Algeria to document the traditional knowledge on medicinal plants used by local populations.
Abstract: An ethnobotanical survey was conducted in Emdjez Edchich, Dakkich Rabeh, Sefisfa and Ali Hzila Ramdan of central Russikada province in northeastern Algeria to document the traditional knowledge on ...
TL;DR: Results showed that the administration of the P. mildbraedii leaf extract restored the levels of the plasma enzymes, blood proteins, urea, and creatinine close to normal control levels, which were altered by the crude oil-contaminated diet, and the number of chromosomal aberrations were fewer in treated rats than in the untreated intoxicated rats.
Abstract: This study evaluated the ameliorative potential of the aqueous leaf extracts of Pterocarpus mildbraedii against crude oil-induced toxicity in rats. The effects of co-administration of the P. mildbr...
TL;DR: In this article, the in vivo antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antihyperglycemic activities of Salvia splendens extracts (100 mg kg−1d−1 P.O.) in male albino rats were studied.
Abstract: The in vivo antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-hyperglycemic activities of Salvia splendens extracts (100 mg kg−1d−1 P.O.) in male albino rats were studied. The total 70% methanolic, total aq...