Ethnomedicinal uses, phytoconstituents and pharmacological importance of pteridophytes used by Malayalis in Kolli hills, India: A quantitative survey

Sureshkumar, Jeyalatchagan; Ayyanar, Muniappan; Silambarasan, Rajendran

doi:10.1016/j.hermed.2020.100418

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“…The frequently used plant species in the treatment of rheumatism as cited by the Kani tribals were Cardiospermum halicacabum (1.0), Elettaria cardamomum (0.95), Elephantopus scaber (0.95), Cymbopogon citratus (0.95), Allium cepa (0.95), Sida acuta (0.81), Pergularia daemia (0.81) and Lawsonia inermis (0.81) and the plants such as Mallotus resinosus and Tylophora tenuis were recorded with lowest use value of 0.14 and 0.10, respectively. The use value and frequency of citation are considered as quantitative methods for the analysis of ethnomedicinal information to measure which species are frequently used by the traditional healers/informants in the study area and their knowledge sharing aptitude among themselves in treating various diseases (Sureshkumar et al, 2021).…”

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“…Ethnobotanical research has gained much importance in recent days as it helps in the discovery of effective drugs. Based on the ethnobotanical inventories, numerous bioactive compounds and drugs were developed and about 35 to 50% of modern drugs are developed from natural products for a wide range of health issues (Sureshkumar et al 2021). The traditional knowledge of ethnic people can be implemented in conventional healthcare system.…”

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Ethnomedicinal plants used by Kani tribals to treat Rheumatism in Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu, India

Jenipher¹,

Ayyanar²

2022

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Background: The search for safe and alternative remedy for rheumatic disorders from herbal resources is increasing nowadays hence the medicinal plants constitute a promising role in modern medication system due to the presence of several bioactive compounds. The people inhabiting in the forest areas are often affected with several skeletonmuscular disorders especially with rhematic problems, hence the present study was undertaken to document the plants used to treat such diseases.Methods: The present study was carried out to document the traditional knowledge of medicinal plants used in treating rheumatism by Kani tribes who live in the KMTR region in the Southern Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu, India. Extensive field studies were conducted in five hamlets of Kani tribes focusing on the plants used in treating rheumatism. The data was collected using questionnaires, interviews and discussions among the traditional practitioners and other people of the hamlet.Results: The present ethnobotanical survey has led to the documentation of 59 species of medicinal plants belonging to 33 families. Of these, 26 species are the major utilized plants while 33 plant species are used in least quantity. Leaves are widely utilized against rheumatic problems. The medicinal formulations are prepared in the form of decoction, paste and powder which are administered topically or orally based on the disease condition. Conclusion:The medicinal plants were documented with the focus on conserving the ethnic knowledge of Kani tribes as documentary evidence for plant-based natural product research. Among the documented plants, Cardiospermum halicacabum, Elettaria cardamomum, Elephantopus scaber, Cymbopogon citratus, Allium cepa, Sida acuta, Pergularia daemia, and Lawsonia inermis were frequently cited and requires further pharmacological studies to develop an effective drug against chronic illnesses.

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Ethnomedicinal plants used by Kani tribals to treat Rheumatism in Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu, India

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Ayyanar²

2022

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“…These medicinal plants have been used traditionally for treating a wide range of diseases, especially gut-related diseases, and gained recognition in various clinical settings. [16][17][18][19] In the present study, these four plants were used as model medicinal herbs to determine the suitability of microwave drying. This investigation might help in suggesting a method of drying for small quality control laboratories or organizations dealing in medicinal plants.…”

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“…Centella asiatica , Eryngium foetidum , Enhydra fluctuans , and Marsilea minuta are tropical herbs that are known for their culinary and medicinal value in many ethnic societies worldwide. These medicinal plants have been used traditionally for treating a wide range of diseases, especially gut‐related diseases, and gained recognition in various clinical settings 16–19 . In the present study, these four plants were used as model medicinal herbs to determine the suitability of microwave drying.…”

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Assessment of microwave drying for rapid and convenient analysis of medicinal plants for quality assurance

Bala,

Dey,

Patra

et al. 2024

Phytochemical Analysis

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IntroductionThe safety and quality of many medicinally important herbs are compromised since farmers and small organizations are involved in the cultivation, aggregation, and primary processing of these herbs. Such organizations often lack adequate quality control facilities. To improve the safety and quality of herbal products, simple, rapid, and affordable quality control systems are required.ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to assess the suitability of microwave oven‐drying for moisture content (MC) determination and sample preparation of herbs in small organizations.MethodsMicrowave oven‐drying (720 W) and convective oven‐drying at 105°C for MC determination were compared. The effects of three different drying methods (microwave oven‐drying, low‐temperature convective drying, and freeze‐drying) on in vitro antioxidant and polyphenol oxidase (PPO) activity were determined, similarity analysis was conducted using HPLC signature spectra, and validation was performed with LC‐MS focusing on one herb.ResultsMicrowave oven‐drying at 720 W significantly reduced the drying time (from hours to minutes), whereas the spatial variation of temperature in convective ovens set at 105°C can cause about 10% underestimation of MC. Microwave oven‐drying showed similar macro‐properties like freeze‐drying and higher extractability (10%–20%) and in vitro antioxidant capacity (33%–66%) and lower PPO activity compared to low‐temperature convective drying. HPLC signature spectra revealed strong similarity of soluble components between freeze‐dried and microwave oven‐dried herbs. LC‐MS analysis demonstrated more common compounds between freeze‐dried and microwave oven‐dried Centella asiatica extracts, whereas convective tray‐dried samples had fewer compounds common with samples obtained by freeze‐drying or microwave oven‐drying.ConclusionsMicrowave oven‐drying is rapid (tens of min) and shows small batch‐to‐batch variation compared to oven‐drying at 105°C. The in vitro antioxidant assays and signature spectra can be used for assessing the source and purity or quality of a specific herb variety.

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“…Eryngium foetidum, besides being a avouring agent, is effective against in ammation and bacterial and viral infection [4]. On the other hand, ethnomedicinal surveys have reported that Marsilea minuta has found use as a natural medicine for dermatological, digestive, respiratory and psychological diseases [5].…”

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Feasibility of microwave drying for analysis and processing of medicinal plants

Bala

Dey

Patra

et al. 2023

Preprint

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Drying herbal products is essential for sample preparation and ensuring product quality. This study explored the efficacy of microwave-based drying (MW) as an alternative method for moisture content (MC) determination and quality preservation of herbal plants viz, Centella asiatica, Eryngium foetidum, Enhydra fluctuans and Marsilea minuta. Compared to the standard drying method (oven drying at 105°C), the microwave-based loss-on drying method demonstrated significantly more efficiency in reducing drying time and spatial distribution. The study confirms that MW has similar macro-properties and antioxidant activity to freeze-drying. Among the four herbs studied, MW had 10-20% more extractability and had high similarity (Pearson correlation coefficient <0.8 and low Euclidean distance) among soluble components. LC-MS analysis of Centella asiatica revealed that MW shared 46% common compounds while convective drying only had 27% common compounds to freeze drying. Overall, MW proved to be a faster drying process and reliable MC determination method with better retention of bioactive compounds. These findings contribute to rapid and qualitative sample preparation for analyzing both physicochemical properties and secondary metabolites of medicinal plants and herbal products. This, in turn, can positively impact the development of herbal products with improved drying techniques, meeting the growing demand for high-quality culinary and medicinal products.

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Ethnomedicinal uses, phytoconstituents and pharmacological importance of pteridophytes used by Malayalis in Kolli hills, India: A quantitative survey

Cited by 12 publications

References 39 publications

Ethnomedicinal plants used by Kani tribals to treat Rheumatism in Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu, India

Ethnomedicinal plants used by Kani tribals to treat Rheumatism in Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu, India

Assessment of microwave drying for rapid and convenient analysis of medicinal plants for quality assurance

Feasibility of microwave drying for analysis and processing of medicinal plants

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