Comparative Antioxidant, Phytochemical and Proximate Analysis of Aqueous and Methanolic Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Talinum triangulare

Anyasor, Godswill Nduka; Ogunwenmo, K. O.; Ogunnowo, A. A.; Alao-Sanni, O.

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“…They either work by removing reactive oxygen species from the environment or by defending the antioxidant defense mechanisms (Umamaheswari and Chatterjee, 2008). The importance of phenol as an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory phytochemical had also been documented (Michael, 2008). Reports had…”

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“…Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare), is a member of the Portulacaceae plant family. Crude protein, total lipids, essential oils, cardiac glycosides, flavonoids, and polyphenols are all abundant in the Talinum triangulare (Ogunnowo, & Alao-Sanni, 2010). Preliminary investigations on the phytochemistry of T. triangulare showed the presence of omega-3 fatty acids as well as high quantities of nutrients necessary for growth and development, including minerals (such as calcium, potassium, and magnesium), soluble fibers (such as pectin), and vitamins (such as C, tocopherols, and beta-carotene) (Airaodion et al, 2019).…”

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Phytochemical Constituents, Nutritional and Antibacterial Potentials of Selected Medicinal Plants (Allium sativum, Chromolaena odorata, and Talinum triangulare)

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Alternate medicine practices using natural plant extract may be of great importance in combating public health challenges. Medicinal plants are the bases for the development of modern drugs; accepted to treat infectious diseases globally. This study investigated the phytochemical constituents, proximate composition, and antibacterial activity of Allium sativum (garlic), Chromolaena odorata (Siam weed), and Talinum triangulare (Waterleaf) due to their reported medicinal properties. The phytochemical constituents and proximate composition were analysed using standard protocols. Agar diffusion technique was used to evaluate the antibacterial activities of the plants. All three plants included innumerable quantities of phytochemicals such as alkaloids, tannins, phlobatannins, saponins, flavonoids, anthraquinones, steroids, phenol, and cardiac glycoside. Proximate analysis indicated that the moisture (9.88%), fiber (4.57%), crude fat (2.89%), crude protein (3.67%), ash (3.78%), and carbohydrate (75.21%) present in Allium sativum; moisture (9.26%), fiber (15.28%), crude fat (3.56%), crude protein (18.86%), ash (11.76%), and carbohydrate (41.28%) present in Chromolaena odorata; moisture (10.37%), fiber (16.43%), crude fat (2.23%), crude protein (11.88%), ash (13.29%), and carbohydrate (45.80%) present in Talinum triangulare. The crude extract of Chromolaena odorata had the highest zone of inhibition against Pseudomonas aeruginosa (12.5mm). These bioactive substances, such as phenol, alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins, augment the therapeutic characteristics of these plants, making them a common component of traditional remedies. They may serve as primes to drug discovery and be integrated into the health care delivery system. The investigations proved these plants' medicinal potential and further demonstrated Chromolaena odorata and Talinum triangulare's nutritional potential. They are good sources of income for individuals and bioprospecting.

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Phytochemical Constituents, Nutritional and Antibacterial Potentials of Selected Medicinal Plants (Allium sativum, Chromolaena odorata, and Talinum triangulare)

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A Review on Bioactive Compounds, Ethnomedicinal Importance and Pharmacological Activities of Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd

Dinesh,

Kumar

2023

Chemistry & Biodiversity

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Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd. is a traditional leafy vegetable used by tribal communities for ethnomedicinal and ethnoculinary preparations. This article reviews the current knowledge of its multiple uses, including pharmacological activities and nutritional composition. The literature survey shows that it has been traditionally useful in the treatment of several diseases, such as anaemia, diabetes, measles, and ulcers and the preparation of various traditional foods. Analysis of the literature on its phytochemicals shows its richness in bioactive compounds. Further, research also shows that this plant has antidiabetic, antiobesity, antitumor, antiulcer, hepatoprotective, and neuroprotective activities besides anti‐inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Nutrient analysis of the plant reveals the presence of Ca, Zn, Fe, vitamins C and E, dietary fibre and protein in considerable quantities. The results of the pharmacological studies on the antidiabetic, antiulcer and anti‐anaemic activities provide support in favour of its ethnomedicinal uses. The presence of bioactive compounds and pharmacological activities show the usefulness of this plant as a functional food.

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Bioactive Compounds of Ceylon Spinach [Talinum Triangulare (Jacq.) Willd.]

Sridhar¹,

Pavithra²

2020

Reference Series in Phytochemistry

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Comparative Antioxidant, Phytochemical and Proximate Analysis of Aqueous and Methanolic Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Talinum triangulare

Cited by 14 publications

References 9 publications

Phytochemical Constituents, Nutritional and Antibacterial Potentials of Selected Medicinal Plants (Allium sativum, Chromolaena odorata, and Talinum triangulare)

Phytochemical Constituents, Nutritional and Antibacterial Potentials of Selected Medicinal Plants (Allium sativum, Chromolaena odorata, and Talinum triangulare)

A Review on Bioactive Compounds, Ethnomedicinal Importance and Pharmacological Activities of Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd

Bioactive Compounds of Ceylon Spinach [Talinum Triangulare (Jacq.) Willd.]

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