Phytochemical Investigation and Traditional Usage of Muyalcheviyan/Shashasruthi (Emelia sonchifolia Linn.)

K Athira Mohan; Harishankar P V

doi:10.21760/jaims.10.6.16

K Athira Mohan Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, KLE Shri BMK Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Belagavi, Karnataka, India. https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8989-0066
Harishankar P V Assistant Professor, Department of Shalya Tantra, KLE Shri BMK Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Belagavi, Karnataka, India. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8630-0092

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.10.6.16

Keywords: Physicochemical and Phytochemical analysis, Traditional uses, Microbial Limit Test

Abstract

Introduction: Muyalcheviyan, a lesser-known but highly revered plant in Ayurveda, has garnered attention for its medicinal properties and therapeutic potential. Despite its limited mention in mainstream herbal literature, its efficacy in traditional Ayurvedic treatments underscores the need for comprehensive research and documentation. Materials and Methods: This article aims to provide an overview of its Physicochemical and Phytochemical analysis, pharmacological properties, microbial limit test and its relevance in contemporary and traditional herbal medicine. All the specified analysis were done according to Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India standards. Results: Phytochemical analysis showed the presence of tannins, alkaloids, flavonoids, proteins etc. The physicochemical analysis revealed all the parameters under the mentioned range. Discussion: Phytochemical, physicochemical, traditional uses and microbial limit test were discussed in the article.

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Author Biography

K Athira Mohan, Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Rasashastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, KLE Shri BMK Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.

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