Abstract

DETAILED PHARMACOGNOSTICAL AND PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING OF THE FRUIT OF AMLAKI (EMBELICA OFFICINALIS GAERTN.)

Dr. Parul Anand* and Dr. A. R. Murthy

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Abstract

Amlaki (Embelica officinalis Gaertn.) is one of the most important herbs in the Indian traditional medicine system, especially Ayurveda and also known as the king of all medicinal plants. It is famous Ayurvedic herb is likely one of the most useful drug treatments within the Indian pharmacopoeia, and is considered to be one of best tonics (Rasayana), particularly for the blood, bones, liver, and heart. If the plant drugs are adulterated, then the quality of preparation cannot give the desirable results. So before using a drug it is very much essential to carry out its detailed Pharmacognostical study as it is not only helpful for correct identification but also to get a clue for its phytochemical, pharmacological and medicinal properties. The present study includes macroscopy, microscopy, physico-chemical and preliminary phytochemical evaluation of market sample of dried Amlaki. The findings of the study may be helpful to identify, standardize and for quality assessment of fruit of Embelica officinalis.

Keywords: Pharmacognostical, Phytochemical, Yashtimadhu, Powder microscopy.