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1 Plant Anatomy and Taxonomy Laboratory, Department of Botany, Osmania University, Hyderabad – 500 007., IN
Source
Research Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Vol 9, No 4 (2017), Pagination: 235-240
Abstract
Gardenia gummifera L.f. is a shrub belonging to the family Rubiaceae. The leaves are used in the treatment of ringworms, malaria. The present paper provides a detailed account of the pharmacognostical studies. The study includes macro and micro morphological characters including powder characteristics, organoleptic characters, HPTLC finger printing and preliminary phyto-chemical aspects. This study would help as an appropriate source for authentification of the present studied drug.
Keywords
Gardenia gummifera L.F., Rubiaceae, Pharmacognosy, Phyto-Chemical, HPTLC Finger Printing.
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