Macro-Microscopical and Histochemical Analysis of Justicia tranquebariensis L. (Acanthaceae): A Woody Undershrub
Geetha Dhandapani1★, Jayashree Indramuthu1, Unigagandhi Tulasimani1, Shalini Senabathi1, Sudeepthi Nallasamy1★ Corresponding author
- 1Department of Botany, Vellalar College for Women (Autonomous), Erode, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
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Geetha Dhandapani
Assistant Professor, PG and Research Department of Botany, Vellalar College for Women (Autonomous), Erode-638012, Tamil Nadu, INDIA.
Received: 25-09-2024; Revised: 16-10-10; Accepted: 11-12-2024.
Volume 17, Issue 1 · pp. 133–142 · PUBLISHED 2025 · DOI: 10.5530/pres.20251954
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Background Medicinal plants are a crucial source of therapeutic agents for treating various human ailments. Justicia tranquebariensis, a small woody shrub widely distributed in southern India is traditionally used for managing conditions such as respiratory problems, kidney infections, gastrointestinal diseases, anemia and more. Despite its extensive use in traditional medicine, detailed pharmacognostic studies on this plant are limited. Materials and Methods Sections were prepared using a rotary microtome and histochemical analysis was conducted following standard protocols. Results The macroscopical, microscopical and histochemical studies revealed the occurrence of key phytochemicals such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, phenols, starch and saponins. These findings contribute to the understanding of the plant’s medicinal properties and provide a foundation for future pharmacological research.
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Dhandapani, G., Indramuthu, J., Tulasimani, U., Senabathi, S., & Nallasamy, S. (2025). Macro-Microscopical and Histochemical Analysis of Justicia tranquebariensis L. (Acanthaceae): A Woody Undershrub. Pharmacognosy Research, 17(1), 133–142. https://doi.org/10.5530/pres.20251954