Assessment of the laxative activity of an ethanolic extract of Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. shoot

Zihad, S. M. Neamul Kabir; Saha, Sanjib; Rony, Sifujjaman; Banu, Hasna; Uddin, Shaikh Jamal; Shilpi, Jamil A.; Grice, I. Darren

doi:10.1016/j.jep.2017.11.038

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“…These practical pieces of evidence demonstrate the availability of bamboo forest healthcare as an important forest resource model. Studies have confirmed the nutritional edible and medicinal capacity of bamboo plants, which contain steroids, terpenoids, tannins, flavonoids, polyphenols, alkaloids, glycosides, and phytosterols [13,14] that can be antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anticancer [8,15,16]. However, existing studies focus on extracting ingredients and natural flavors in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.…”

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Characterization of Volatile Organic Compounds and Aroma of Eight Bamboo Species Leaves

Wang,

Su,

Deng

et al. 2024

Horticulturae

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Bamboo forest healthcare tourism is a practical and sustainable management model that utilizes the medicinal functions of bamboo. However, the mechanism and potential functions of bamboo’s healthcare functions are still unclear. In this study, the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are the core factor of bamboo forest healthcare were analyzed. The foliar VOCs of eight bamboo species, including Pleioblastus amarus (Keng) P. C. Keng, Pleioblastus maculatus (McClure) C. D. Chu et C. S. Chao, Pleioblastus juxianensis T. H. Wen, C. Y. Yao et S. Y. Chen, Acidosasa chienouensis (T. H. Wen) C. S. Chao et T. H. Wen, Pseudosasa amabilis (McClure) P. C. Keng ex S. L. Chen et al., Pseudosasa amabilis (McClure) Keng f., Phyllostachys rubromarginata McClure, and Phyllostachys hirtivagina G. H. Lai were qualitatively and semi-quantitatively analyzed by headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME)–gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Screening compounds by aroma vitality value (OAV) determined the key aromas. The results showed that a total of 40 VOCs were identified from the leaves of the eight bamboo species. The compounds with relatively high content were (Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol, (E)-2-Hexen-1-ol, 1-Hexanol, (E, E)-2,4-Hexadienal, Limonene, and so on. The commonality of different bamboo species was that the dominant groups consisted of alcohols and aldehydes. The significant differences in leaf VOCs among species presented classification. Pleioblastus amarus, Acidosasa chienouensis, Pseudosasa amabilis, and Phyllostachys rubromarginata were noticeably clustered together. The aroma of bamboo leaves is a combination of grassy, fruity, and piney notes by 24 VOCs. The key aroma from Pleioblastus amarus is leaf alcohol, which contributes to the grassy scent, while the piney aroma is dominant in Pseudosasa amabilis and Phyllostachys rubromarginata. The study provides a reference value for enriching the chemical information of subtropical bamboo and developing the functional potential of bamboo forest healthcare tourism.

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confidence: 98%

Characterization of Volatile Organic Compounds and Aroma of Eight Bamboo Species Leaves

Wang,

Su,

Deng

et al. 2024

Horticulturae

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“…It is thick and solid with the potential to be a good building material. However, in recent years, research on B. arundinaceae has been mainly focused on the medical field [20][21][22], with less research on its mechanical properties and distribution patterns of vascular bundles. The absence of essential engineering data poses a challenge that must be addressed to utilize this particular species of bamboo as a structural or construction material.…”

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Bamboo Structure and Its Impact on Mechanical Properties: A Case Study of Bambusa arundinaceae

Zhang,

Yu,

Dai

et al. 2024

Forests

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Bamboo is a naturally occurring composite material, which exhibits a decomposable structure with varying composition. The distinct structural features of bamboo contribute to its exceptional strength and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for construction purposes. However, only a limited portion of bamboo species has been studied for its mechanical properties, and research on Bambusa arundinaceae has primarily focused on its pharmaceutical values. Therefore, we investigated the relationship between the structural characteristics of B. arundinaceae and its mechanical properties using axial compression experiments and tangential bending experiments. The results showed that the distribution density of vascular bundles (VBs) of B. arundinaceae ranged from 1.98 to 4.34 pcs/mm2,while the volume fraction of fiber sheaths (FSs) ranged from 35.82 to 42.58%. The average compressive strength, flexural strength, and flexural elasticity modulus were 113.99 MPa, 239.07 MPa, and 17.39 GPa, which were 97.56%, 64.07%, and 66.09% higher than those of moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis), respectively. The compressive strength, flexural strengths, and elasticity modulus of B. arundinaceae were positively correlated with both the distribution density of VBs and the volume fraction of FSs. These insights are crucial for the advancement of durable and efficient materials in diverse sectors including construction and manufacturing.

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“…The burnt form of the Bambusa arundinacea root is potentially effective against ringworm, bleeding gums, and painful joints (Singh and Jawaid, 2012). The seeds are known to be acrid, laxative and effective in urinary discharge (Zihad et al, 2018). The bark of this tree possesses many dermatological properties (Pandey et al, 2018).…”

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In vivo and in vitro Study to Evaluate the Anti-osteoporotic Activity of Punica granatum Seed, Bambusa arundinaceae Leaves and Trichosanthes diocio Fruit Ethanolic Extract

Awasthi¹,

Juyal²,

Singh³

et al. 2022

IJAR

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Background: In the present study, it was aimed at evaluating the efficacy of ethanolic extract of Punica granatum seed, Bambusa arundinaceae leaves and Trichosanthes diocio fruit on their anti-osteoporotic activity in ovariectomized (OVX) rats and mcf-7 cell line to identify their osteoprotective role. Methods: Thirty six female albino wistar OVX rats were treated with the ethanolic extract of Punica granatum seed, Bambusa arundinaceae leaves and Trichosanthes diocio fruit for 45 days. The ethanolic extracts were given in different concentrations for 24 h and a cytotoxicity study was carried out by trypan blue dye exclusion assay. Result: The ethanolic extract of Punica granatum seed, Bambusa arundinaceae leaves and Trichosanthes diocio fruit treated notably averted an OVX-induced increase in body weight. Moreover, exposure to ethanolic extract of Bambusa arundinacea significantly decreased lipid peroxidation and protein carbonyl formation. Treated mcf-7 cell line viability was also increased. All these finding suggest that the ethanolic extract of Punica granatum seed, Bambusa arundinaceae leaves and Trichosanthes diocio fruit have an important role in reducing osteoporosis.

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Assessment of the laxative activity of an ethanolic extract of Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. shoot

Abstract: The results of this study provide support for the traditional use of B. arundinacea shoot as a laxative.

Cited by 8 publications

References 27 publications

Characterization of Volatile Organic Compounds and Aroma of Eight Bamboo Species Leaves

Characterization of Volatile Organic Compounds and Aroma of Eight Bamboo Species Leaves

Bamboo Structure and Its Impact on Mechanical Properties: A Case Study of Bambusa arundinaceae

In vivo and in vitro Study to Evaluate the Anti-osteoporotic Activity of Punica granatum Seed, Bambusa arundinaceae Leaves and Trichosanthes diocio Fruit Ethanolic Extract

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