Pharmacognosy Communications
Volume 11, Issue 2
· pp. 66–144 · 12 articles
- Volume
- 11
- Issue
- 2
- Published
- Pages
- 66–144
- Articles
- 12
- Sections
- 4
- ISSN
- Print - 2249-0159 | Online - 2249-0167
- Journal
- PC
In this issue
Review Article
- Review
Toxicological Significance of Bioactive Compounds of Plant Origin
Franklyn Okechukwu Ohiagu, Paul Chidoka Chikezie, Chinwendu Maureen Chikezie
pp. 67–77 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.15 · Published
Aim/Background: The evaluation of toxicological significance of medicinal plants is necessary prior to their use for drug development or for the purpose of improving the therapeutic efficacy of existing therapies. Regret…
- Review
Review on the Role of Herbs in Schizophrenia
Shivani Lodha, Shagun Upadhyay
pp. 78–80 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.16 · Published
Herbal supplements are used widely all over the world for prevention, delaying onset, decreasing overall severity, and potential reversal of mental illness. The main aimof the overview is to communicate the latest observ…
Original Article
- Article
Kunzea ambigua (Sm.) Druce and Kunzea flavescens C.T. White and W.D. Francis Essential Oils Inhibit the Growth of Some Bacterial Triggers of Inflammatory Diseases
Célia Barillot, Ian Edwin Cock
pp. 81–87 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.17 · Published
Introduction:Kunzea ambigua (Sm.) Druce and Kunzea flavescens C.T. White and W.D. Francis are endemic Australian plants. Decoctions, infusions and essential oils produced from the leaves were used traditionally to treat …
- Article
Anti-proliferative Activity of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. Calyx Flavonoid Extracts on Cervical Cancer Cells using Flow Cytometry
Temilola Aina, Victor Akpe, Olubunmi Magbagbeola, Ian Edwin Cock
pp. 88–94 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.18 · Published
Background: Impairment of the normal progression of the cell cycle affects the growth and development of the daughter cells, which may result in cancer cell proliferation. Herein, we investigate the effect of flavonoid f…
- Article
Mirbelia oxylobioides F. Muell. Leaf Extracts Lack Antibacterial Activity and are Non-toxic in vitro
Ian Edwin Cock
pp. 95–99 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.19 · Published
Introduction:The development of bacterial strains that are resistant to multiple antibiotics has made the discovery of new antibiotics a priority for medical research. Examination of plants for new antimicrobial agents i…
- Article
The Function of some Important TCM and Iranian Medicinal Plants in Treatment of Viral Hepatitis
Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian, Wenli Sun, Qi Cheng
pp. 100–108 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.20 · Published
Introduction: Hepatitis is a systematic viral infection which significantly influences the liver and is divided into five types according to the causative virus. The goal of this article was to review some important medi…
- Article
FTIR, HPLC, GC-MS Analysis and Investigation of Hypoglycemic Effects of Leaves Extracts of Fagonia indica
Atiq-ur Rehman, Furhan Talib, Tayyaba Aftab
pp. 109–118 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.21 · Published
Introduction:The present study was aimed for phytochemical analysis, investigations of different functional groups, the hypoglycemic potential of Fagonia indica leaves extracts, Reverse phase high performance liquid chro…
- Article
Antibacterial Activities and Phytochemical Screening of Crude Extracts from Kenyan Macaranga Species Towards MDR Phenotypes Expressing Efflux Pumps
Ibrahim Hashim, Leonidah Kerubo Omosa, Vaderament-Alexe Nchiozem-Ngnitedem, John Mmari Onyari, Shital Mahindra Maru, Michel-Gael Fofack Guefack, Armelle Tsafack Mbaveng, Victor Kuete
pp. 119–126 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.22 · Published
Introduction: Macaranga species are traditionally used for the treatment and management of coughing, fungal infection, and wounds. In this study, the phytochemical screening and antibacterial activities of nine crude ext…
- Article
Chromatography Assisted Validation of Alternate Plant Materials in a Polyherbal Formulation: A Prospective Positive Substitution
Sunita Shailajan, Swati Singh, Sasikumar Menon
pp. 127–132 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.23 · Published
Introduction:Bergenia ligulata Wall. is a popular medicinal herb from family Saxifragaceae, belonging to category of medicinal plants, the authentic species of which are not available easily. Though Ayurvedic Formulary o…
- Article
Evaluating the Antimicrobial Potential of Eucalyptus baileyana F. Muell. and Eucalyptus major (Maiden) Blakely against the Fish Spoilage-causing Bacterium Shewanella putrefaciens
Mitchell Henry Wright, Anthony Carlson Greene, Ian Edwin Cock
pp. 133–137 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.24 · Published
Introduction: Eucalyptus baileyana (Bailey’s stringy bark) and Eucalyptus major (Queensland grey gum) have been previously used as antimicrobials against a variety of ailments. This study evaluated the effectiveness of E…
Short Communication
- Communication
Pharmaceutical Benefits and Multidimensional uses of Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi L.)
Mohamad Hesam Shahrajabian, Wenli Sun, Qi Cheng
pp. 138–141 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.25 · Published
Introduction: Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi L.) seeds are derived from a herb plant of the family Apiaceae. It is also known as Ajowan caraway, bishops weed or carom and has substantial medicinal properties.Methods: The key…
The Janus Corner
- Article
Plants of the Genus Terminalia have High Antioxidant Content and Potent Antiproliferative Activity
Mitchell Henry Wright
pp. 142 · DOI: 10.5530/pc.2021.2.26 · Published
The genus Terminalia comprise over 250 species and are well-documented for their use in traditional (Ayurveda) medicines.1 Investigations into the medicinal potential of these plants has revealed that they not only conta…