Abstract

ANATOMICAL AND CHEMICAL RECORDINGS OF VATAGHNI (JUSTICIA GENDARUSSA BURM F.) HERB USED IN TRADITIONAL PRACTICES

Thakur Bhavana, Mallya Suma V.*, Prabhu Suchitra, Bhat Sudhakar and Shetty Nivedita

Abstract

About: Vataghni (Justicia gendarussa Burm F.) from Acanthaceae family commonly known as Kala Adusa the aerial parts of which is used by folklore practitioners in various diseases. Few consider this as type of Nirgundi, and use in inflammatory conditions of joints. Materials and Methods: Matured leaves of Vataghni (Justicia gendarussa Burm F.) were collected macro-microscopic and phytochemical study conducted as per standard guidelines. Result: Simple leaf with entire to crenate margin and reticulate venation having sub-obtuse apex with acute base. In the midrib portion below the upper epidermis there were 2-4 layers of collenchymatous cells. The ground tissue was mostly parenchymatous. Vascular bundle was collateral type. Physicochemical standards were recorded. Phytochemical study shown the presence of alkaloid, carbohydrate and tannins. Conclusion: Authentic macro-microscopic and phytochemical records of a plant form evident data for further study.

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