GC-MS Analysis of the Ethanolic Extract of the whole Plant Drosera indica L.
Aim: The present study is carried out to explore the phytoconstituents present in the ethanolic extract of the whole plant Drosera indica L. by GC-MS analysis. Methods: The ethanolic extract of the whole plant of Drosera indica L. is used for the GC-MS analysis. JEOL GCMATE II GC-MS (Agilent Technologies 6890 N Network GC system for gas chromatography) is used for the analysis. The compounds are identified by the gas chromatography coupled with the mass spectrometry. The molecular weight and structure of the compounds of test materials are ascertained by interpretation of the mass spectrum of GC-MS using the database of National Institute Standard and Technology (NIST). Results: GC-MS analysis of Drosera indica L. reveal the presence of the nine biological active compounds which include phytol, 4 methyl-4-nonadecene, 4 ’ ,5,7-Trihydroxyisoflavone,1,2-Benzene dicarboxylic acid, bis [2-methyl propyl] ester, Tetra decanoic acid, Eicosane, 2,6,10,14,18–pentamethyl, Tetracosane, Lochnerine and methyl–n-hexadecylketone. Conclusion: The results specify that the ethanolic extract of the whole plant, Drosera indica contains various bioactive compounds and therefore has various medicinal properties which can be used for the treatment of various diseases.