Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 22, 2026
09:21
Investigation of Xenobiotics Metabolism In Salix alba Leaves via Mass Spectrometry Imaging
Published on: June 15, 2020
Pharmacognostical studies on Zanthoxylum armatum leaves
1Department of Pharmacy, Bharat Institute of Technology, Partapur Bypass, NH#58, Meerut-250 103 (U.P), India.
Ancient Science of Life
|May 5, 2012
Summary
This study details the pharmacognostical profile of Zanthoxylum armatum leaves, including fluorescence, ash, and extractive values. These findings aid in distinguishing the genuine plant from potential adulterants or substitutes in herbal products.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacognosy
- Botany
- Ethnomedicine
Background:
- Zanthoxylum armatum is a plant with traditional medicinal uses.
- Ensuring the quality and authenticity of herbal medicines is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct pharmacognostical investigations on Zanthoxylum armatum leaves.
- To establish parameters for identification and differentiation from adulterants/substitutes.
Main Methods:
- Macroscopic and microscopic examination of leaves.
- Determination of fluorescence characteristics.
- Ash content and extractive value analysis.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of leaf morphology and histology.
- Specific fluorescence reactions under UV and visible light.
- Quantification of total ash, acid-insoluble ash, and various extractive values.
Conclusions:
- The established pharmacognostical data provides a basis for the quality control of Zanthoxylum armatum.
- This research helps in identifying and preventing the adulteration or substitution of Zanthoxylum armatum in herbal formulations.