scholarly journals Pharmacognostic Study of a Plant Seed Extract

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maxwell Osaronowen Egua
Keyword(s):  
Seed Extract ◽  
Plant Seed

scholarly journals Larvicidal efficacy of some indigenous plant extracts against epilachna beetle, epilachna vigintioctopunctata (FAB.) (coleoptera: coccinellidae)

2015 ◽  
Vol 40 (3) ◽  
pp. 451-463
Author(s):  
R Ara ◽  
MAA Bachchu ◽  
MO Kulsum ◽  
ZI Sarker
Keyword(s):  
Plant Extracts ◽  
Larval Stage ◽  
Ricinus Communis ◽  
Adult Emergence ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Plant Seed ◽  
Insecticidal Effect ◽  
Datura Metel ◽  
Indigenous Plant ◽  
Epilachna Vigintioctopunctata

The study was carried out to assess the larvicidal efficacies of some indigenous plant seed extracts against epilachna beetle, Epilachna vigintioctopunctata in the laboratory of the Department of Entomology, HSTU, Dinajpur, Bangladesh. Petroleum ether and methanol solvent extracts of ata (Annona squamosa), neem (Azadirachta indica), dhutura (Datura metel) and castor (Ricinus communis) seeds were evaluated for their larvicidal properties against the larval stage of E. vigintioctopunctata. The result revealed that all the tested plant extracts had more or less insecticidal effect against the larvae and their progeny. Among the plant extracts, ata seed extract in methanol solvent performed the highest toxicity (LD50 value 0.031 mg/insect) in larval stage after 72 hours exposure time. The effects of the extracts on fecundity, fertility and F1 adult emergence of the epilachna beetle at doses 4.0, 2.0 and 1.0 ml/l of water including untreated control were also evaluated. The result indicated that, among the extracts, ata seed extract at maximum dose (4.0 ml/l water) showed the highest efficacy with the inhibition of total eggs (74.1%), viable eggs (80.4%) and number of emergent adult progeny (87.3%). The result also revealed that the number of eggs, number of viable eggs and F1 progeny production decreased with the increase of doses. All the treated doses effectively reduced the epilachna beetle as compared to untreated control.Bangladesh J. Agril. Res. 40(3): 451-463, September 2015

scholarly journals Antibacterial test and toxicity of plant seed extracts: a review

Food Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (S1) ◽  
pp. 12-27
Author(s):  
N.S.H. Ahmad Sowhini ◽  
M.S. Abdullah Sani ◽  
Y.Z. Has-Yun Hashim ◽  
R. Othman ◽  
M.H. Mahamad Maifiah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Agents ◽  
Herd Immunity ◽  
Comprehensive Analysis ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Activity Assay ◽  
Plant Seed ◽  
Antibacterial Test ◽  
Food Industries ◽  
And Control ◽  
Seed Extracts

Allah has instructed all humankind to eat permissible healthy food according to His guidance as narrated in Al-Quran. Following Maqasid as-Shari’ah, it is a Darruriyyah to ensure the safety of food as an act of protecting life. Therefore, the application of antibacterial agent on food aims to improve the consumers’ health and control the herd immunity. Plant seed is a newly emerged alternative as a source of antibacterial agents. Commonly discarded, the utilisation of plant seed will not only reduce environmental waste issue but also benefited economically to many industries. This article was aimed to review the current literature on antibacterial test and toxicity of various plant seed extracts that potentially contributed to the efficacy of the seed. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of the antibacterial activity assay of the plants' seeds. It covers endpoint and descriptive methods, plant seed toxicity and application of the seed extract in food industries. This review was conducted using the various science-based platform such as Science Direct, Google Scholar, Emerald etc. The keywords ‘antibacterial’, ‘antibacterial seed’, ‘seed extract’ and ‘toxicity seed’ was used in this search.

Protective Effect of Mucuna pruriens Seed Extract on Tissue Antioxidants in Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Rats

Planta Medica ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 76 (05) ◽  
Author(s):  
KP Modi ◽  
NM Patel ◽  
RK Goyal
Keyword(s):  
Protective Effect ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Mucuna Pruriens

Efficacy of a novel fenugreek seed extract (Furocyst) in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Planta Medica ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 81 (S 01) ◽  
pp. S1-S381
Author(s):  
A Swaroop ◽  
A Sarkari Jaipuriar ◽  
P Kumar ◽  
D Bagchi
Keyword(s):  
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Polycystic Ovary ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Ovary Syndrome ◽  
Fenugreek Seed

IOP Lowering Effects of Ocimum basilicum Seed Extract in Two Rabbit Models of Ocular Hypertension

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 39
Author(s):  
Renu Agarwal ◽  
SK Gupta ◽  
Sushma Srivastava ◽  
Rohit Saxena
Keyword(s):  
Ocular Hypertension ◽  
Antioxidant Properties ◽  
Ocimum Basilicum ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Water Loading ◽  
Antiglaucoma Medication ◽  
Lowering Effect ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
And Control

Introduction: Ocimum basilicum (OB), a herb known for its antihypertensive, anticholinesterase and antioxidant properties was investigated for possible intraocular pressure (IOP) lowering effects in rabbits with ocular hypertension (OHT). Methods: The IOP lowering effect of a single drop of OB extract (OBE) was evaluated in oculonormotensive rabbits using three concentrations (0.25, 0.5 and 1% w/v). The concentration showing maximum IOP reduction was further evaluated in rabbits with water-loading and steroid-induced OHT. Results: IOP lowering effect of OBE 0.5% in oculonormotensive rabbit eyes was significantly greater compared to OBE 0.25% (p<0.05) but was comparable (p>0.05) to OBE 1%. Therefore, 0.5% concentration was selected for further evaluation. Pretreatment with OBE (0.5%) caused significantly lower increase in IOP after water loading amounting to 23.39% above baseline as compared to 54.00% in control eye, 15 minutes post water loading. At 60 minutes, post water loading, mean IOP rise was 95.12% and 63.58% in control and test eyes, respectively. Significant difference between the mean IOP of two eyes persisted during the 2nd hr. In rabbits with steroid induced OHT, OBE 0.5% produced a mean IOP reduction of 24.73% at the end of first hr and the mean peak IOP reduction of 31.63% was observed at the end of 2 hr. A significant difference between the IOP of test and control eyes persisted from 1 to 6 hr. Conclusions: Ocimum basilicum seed extract showed significant IOP lowering effect in rabbits with water loading and steroid induced OHT, however, its utility as an effective antiglaucoma medication needs further investigations.

Agronomic performance of autumn- and winter-cropped Indian mustard (Brassica juncea L.) in response to varying levels of nitrogen fertiliser

2020 ◽  
pp. 83-95
Author(s):  
Bent Al-Hoda Asghari ◽  
Mohsen Yousefi ◽  
Katarzyna Możdżeń ◽  
Joanna Puła ◽  
Peiman Zandi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brassica Juncea ◽  
Seed Yield ◽  
Agronomic Traits ◽  
Growth Parameters ◽  
Indian Mustard ◽  
Climatic Conditions ◽  
Plant Seed ◽  
Nitrogen Fertiliser ◽  
Nitrogen Levels ◽  
Cropping Seasons

Indian mustard (Brassica juncea L. Czern) cultivation is suggested for regions with short seasons and low rainfall. Although there have been many studies conducted on agronomic production of mustard in Iran, the information regarding the interactive impact of cropping seasons and nitrogen fertiliser on growth characteristics and yield quality of mustard plant is still insufficient and requires further investigation. This study focused on the possible implications of different cropping seasons and different nitrogen levels on selected agronomic traits in mustard. In this experiment, five different doses of nitrogen and two sowing periods were used to assess for their combined effects on the growth parameters, seed yield and agronomic characteristics of mustard in the semi-arid climatic conditions of Takestan. The results revealed that cultivation seasons and nitrogen rates had a significant effect on plant height, biomass yield, number of siliques per plant, seed oil content and seed yield.

Biocompatibility of Silver Nano Bio-conjugates from Vitis vinifera Seeds and its Major Component Resveratrol

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Preethi ◽  
P. Padma
Keyword(s):  
Zeta Potential ◽  
Vitis Vinifera ◽  
Silver Ions ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Polydispersity Index ◽  
Potential Range ◽  
Visible Spectroscopy ◽  
Grape Seeds ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Uv Visible

The study focused on the green synthesis of silver nanobioconjugates (AgNPs) from phenolic-rich fruit source, Vitis vinifera seed extract and its major component phenolic, resveratrol respectively. Sunlight exposure for 20 minutes was the method of choice for the synthesis of AgNPs of the extract as well as the phenolic, resveratrol. The synthesized nanobioconjugates were characterized using UV-Visible spectroscopy, Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Polydispersity index, Zeta potential and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The reduction of silver ions was confirmed by UV-visible spectroscopy with peaks at 440nm for both nanobioconjugates synthesized from seed extract and compound. The nanobioconjugates showed the spherical in shape with 14-35nm in size and crystalline in nature. The conjugates are well dispersed with 0.301 and 0.287 polydispersity index and the zeta potential range at -13.6 and -14.3mV for stability. The FTRI data proved that the components in grape seeds act as good reductants and stabilizers for the silver nanobioconjugate synthesis. All the synthesized nanobioconjugates exhibited steady and sustained release of the medicinal components conjugated, proving their druggability, and were biocompatible with human cells, demonstrating their safety. The findings of the study validate the anticancer properties of silver nanobioconjugates of Vitis vinifera and its active component resveratrol.

Grape Seeds Extract as Brain Food: A Review

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Souad El Gengaihi ◽  
Doha H. Abou Baker
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activities ◽  
Complex Mixture ◽  
Grape Seed Extract ◽  
Grape Seed ◽  
Seed Extract ◽  
Amyloid Peptide ◽  
Grape Seeds ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
Reduced Risk

Interest in the biological role of bioactive compounds present in medicinal herbs has increased over the last years. Of particular interest are plants that have an anti-Alzheimer activities. Several plants can be useful for Alzheimer (AD) management. Such as these which have anti-inflammatory activity, acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitory action, antiapoptotic, slow the aggregation of amyloid peptide and antioxidant activities. Grape seed extract (GSE) is a complex mixture of several compounds, mostly represented by polyphenols and flavonoids. Their consumption is safe and is recognized to exert several health benefits. GS flavonoids have been associated with the reduced risk of chronic diseases, we present some findings on the potential benefits of GSE for the treatment of AD.

Ruminal tryptophan-utilizing bacteria degrade ergovaline from tall fescue seed extract

2017 ◽  
Vol 95 (2) ◽  
pp. 980 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. E. Harlow ◽  
J. P. Goodman ◽  
B. C. Lynn ◽  
M. D. Flythe ◽  
H. Ji ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tall Fescue ◽  
Seed Extract
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