Abstract

STUDY OF METHANOLIC EXTRACT OF LEAVES NYCTANTHES ARBORTRISTIS AS AN ANTI-SOLAR

Gharge Varsha Gajanan*, Gore Meghana Milind and Dr. Yadav Adhikrao

Abstract

Objective: The present study aimed at the phytochemical examination and anti-solar activity of Nyctanthes arbortristis Linn. (leaf) methonolic extract has more flavonoid content based on this chemical substance photo protective activity was evaluated using UV visible spectrophotometry, where the method is diffused transmittance and the range of UV-visible about 200-400nm. Methods: The pulverized dried Nyctanthes arbortristis Linn. leaves were extracted with Methanol using soxhlet apparatus. Methanol extract were filtered & evaporated to dryness. The photo protective activity was evaluated by using UV visible spectrophotometry, where the method it is diffused transmittance and the range of UV-visible about 200-400nm for absorption. Results: The UV scanning absorption spectra of the extract showed very strong absorption at 0.273 A with __max at 397 nm. Conclusion: The extract has an ability to absorb in the entire UV range.

Keywords: Nyctanthes arbortristis Linn., Soxhlet apparatus, Methanolic Extract, UV radiation, Anti-solar.