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Dataset on phytochemical screening, FTIR and GC-MS characterisation of
Oladotun P Bolade1, Anuoluwa A Akinsiku1, Alaba O Adeyemi2
1Department of Chemistry, Covenant University, Km 10 Idiroko Road, Ota, Nigeria.
Data in Brief
|September 19, 2018
Summary
Phytochemical analysis of Azadirachta indica and Cymbopogon citratus revealed bioactive compounds like polyphenols and tannins. This data supports their potential use in green nanoparticle synthesis.
Area of Science:
- Phytochemistry
- Spectroscopy
- Natural Products
Background:
- Indigenous medicinal plants are valuable sources of bioactive compounds.
- Azadirachta indica and Cymbopogon citratus are traditionally used in Nigeria.
- Understanding their phytochemical profile is crucial for potential applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the phytochemical composition of Azadirachta indica and Cymbopogon citratus extracts.
- To provide FTIR and GC-MS data for these medicinal plants.
- To assess the potential of these plants for green nanoparticle synthesis.
Main Methods:
- Plant materials: Azadirachta indica and Cymbopogon citratus leaves from Ogun State, Nigeria.
- Extraction: Using ethanol, distilled water, and a 50:50 ethanol:water mixture.
- Analysis: Phytochemical screening (qualitative and quantitative), Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).
Main Results:
- Phytochemical screening confirmed the presence of polyphenols and tannins.
- FTIR analysis provided characteristic spectral data for the extracts.
- GC-MS characterization identified specific compounds in the ethanolic extracts.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a dataset on the phytochemical and spectral properties of two Nigerian medicinal plants.
- Identified bioactive constituents like polyphenols and tannins are suitable precursors for green nanoparticle synthesis.
- This research contributes to the exploration of natural products for sustainable material development.
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