Gas Chromatography Analysis, Mineral Contents and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Sonchus maritimus

Abstract

The previously mentioned phytocompounds have been shown in previous research to have a wide range of pharmacological activities, such as antibacterial action, antitumor effect, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, cardiovascular therapy, rheumatism and general pain, in addition to their anti-aging and general tonic properties. 6 Furthermore, the phytochemicals activate the immune system, reduce oxidation, reduce inflammation, block the formation of carcinogens and slow the growth of cancer cells. 7 Because of therapeutic properties of volatile compounds which have been employed in numerous conventional medical systems. Volatile compounds have been considered to be an effective alternative to synthetic and chemical medications, which often have unfavorable side effects. Therefore, numerous plant sources have been investigated in recent research for the synthesis of volatile chemicals. 8 This investigation focused on phytochemical screening of the leaves aqueous extract of Sonchus maritimus and identification of volatile components using GC analysis with evaluation of its anti-inflammatory activity. MethodologyCollection and Identification of plant material Sonchus maritimus was obtained in November 2021 from Djamaa region at coordinates 33° 32′ 0″ N, 6° 0′ 0″ E, situated at an altitude of 41 m (135 ft) in El-Oued state, Algeria; and its taxonomy was confirmed by a botanist (Pr. Halis Youcef) in CRSTRA Touggourt. Voucher specimen number: FSNV/DB/consult/2021/88-14-05 was deposited.