Category: Pharmacognosy

Pharmacognosy Unraveled: Harnessing Nature's Potential in Drug Discovery
Pharmacognosy

Pharmacognosy Unraveled: Harnessing Nature’s Potential in Drug Discovery

Pharmacognosy is an area of pharmaceutical sciences that studies medicinal substances derived from natural sources, such as plants and minerals. This discipline has long been the basis of traditional medicine and continues to play an integral role in modern pharmacology’s growth and development. This article delves into its definition, scope, history, analytical pharmacognosy techniques used in drug classification systems as well as how pharmacognosy has … Continue reading Pharmacognosy Unraveled: Harnessing Nature’s Potential in Drug Discovery

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Microscopic Characters of Digitalis
Pharmacognosy

Microscopic Characters of Digitalis-Medicinal Potential of Digitalis

Microscopic Characters of Digitalis- Digitalis, commonly referred to as foxglove, contains several cardiac glycosides such as digoxin and digitoxin that give it its therapeutic effects. Table of Contents Microscopic Characters of Digitalis Under a microscope, digitalis leaves exhibit several distinct characteristics. The leaf lamina is marked by numerous large epidermal cells with small, circular stomata. Mesophyll tissue contains layers of palisade cells – long, narrow … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Digitalis-Medicinal Potential of Digitalis

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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Pharmacognosy

Microscopic Characters of Cinnamon-Fascinating Anatomy

Microscopic Characters of Cinnamon- Cinnamon, the fragrant spice derived from cinnamon trees’ bark, has been used for centuries in culinary and medicinal preparations. But beyond its taste and aroma, cinnamon also has an intriguing history of microscopic characters which scientists have studied over time. In this article, we take a closer look at cinnamon’s fascinating microscopic characters and what they reveal about this ancient spice. … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Cinnamon-Fascinating Anatomy

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Pharmacognosy

Microscopic Characters of Coriander: Analysis and Uses

Microscopic Characters of Coriander- Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) has medicinal properties and has been used in traditional medicine to treat various illnesses. Through study of Coriander’s microscopic characteristics, scientists hope to gain more insight into its composition and potential therapeutic uses. Introduction- Coriander Microscopic Characters of Coriander, Coriander leaves are compound, with ovate and deeply lobed leaflets. Stomata are located on the lower surface of these … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Coriander: Analysis and Uses

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Microscopic Characters of Fennel
Pharmacognosy

Microscopic Characters of Fennel: Anatomy and Significance

Microscopic Characters of Fennel- Fennel (also known as Foeniculum vulgare) has been used for centuries in various cultures for its medicinal, culinary and aromatic benefits. This plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and hails from the Mediterranean region; however, it has become widely cultivated around the world. Fennel’s macroscopic characteristics, such as its distinctive feathery leaves and umbrella-shaped flower clusters, are well known; however, less … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Fennel: Anatomy and Significance

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Pharmacognosy

Soxhlet Extractor: How does Soxhlet Extractor Works?

Soxhlet extractor is a laboratory apparatus used to extract compounds from solid materials using a solvent. Learn about the history and principles of the Soxhlet extractor, its advantages and applications, and how it is used in industries such as food and beverage, environmental science, and pharmaceuticals. Introduction The Soxhlet extractor is a laboratory apparatus used to extract a compound from a solid material using a … Continue reading Soxhlet Extractor: How does Soxhlet Extractor Works?

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
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Pharmacognosy

Phytochemical Analysis of Medicinal Plants- Extraction of Phytochemicals

Phytochemical analysis is the study of the chemical compounds produced by plants, known as phytochemicals. These compounds can have medicinal properties and are often used in traditional and alternative medicine. Some common methods for phytochemical analysis include chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy. These techniques are used to identify and quantify the various phytochemicals present in a plant sample. Phytochemical analysis can be useful for identifying the … Continue reading Phytochemical Analysis of Medicinal Plants- Extraction of Phytochemicals

Dr. Anubhav Sharma
Swelling and Foaming Index
Pharmacognosy

Determination of Swelling and Foaming Index

Determining the swelling and foaming index is a valuable way to monitor the performance of anionic surfactants. In this article, we’ll review these indices, how they’re determined, and what they can tell us about a surfactant’s behavior. Table of Contents What is Swelling Index? The Swelling Index measures the degree to which a material will swell in response to an external stimulus, such as heat … Continue reading Determination of Swelling and Foaming Index

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Microscopic Characters of Clove
Pharmacognosy

Microscopic Characters of Clove: The Healing Herb

Microscopic Characters of Clove- The clove is the dried flower bud of the evergreen tree Syzygium aromaticum. Cloves are used as a spice in cooking and baking and have several health benefits. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at cloves’ morphology, histology, and powder characteristics. Table of Contents History of cloves Cloves have been used for centuries in cooking and medicine. The clove … Continue reading Microscopic Characters of Clove: The Healing Herb

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Phytochemical Analysis of Plant Extract
Pharmacognosy

The Process of Phytochemical Analysis of Plant Extract

Phytochemical Analysis of Plant Extract- In order to study the chemical constituents of a plant, scientists must first extracts its chemicals. This process is called phytochemical analysis, and there are many different ways to go about it. In this article, we’ll explore the most common methods of phytochemical analysis so that you can better understand how scientists study plants. Table of Content The Importance of … Continue reading The Process of Phytochemical Analysis of Plant Extract

Dr. Anubhav Sharma