scholarly journals State of Knowledge and Phytochemical Analysis of Chilli Fruits (Capsicum annuum l.), "Ahalimancou" Type Consumed in the Indénié-Juablin Region (East of Côte D'ivoire)

2021 ◽  
pp. 86-98
Author(s):  
Antoinette Régina Ohouo Don ◽  
Pascal Amédée Ahi ◽  
Kouakou Martin Dje
Keyword(s):  
Capsicum Annuum ◽  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Ethnobotanical Study ◽  
Phytochemical Analysis ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Capsicum Annuum L ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

The ethnobotanical study carried out on the fruits of chilli (Capsicum annuum L.), type "Ahalimancou" in the localities of Aniassué, Affalikro, Sankadiokro and the town of Abengourou located in the east of the Côte d’Ivoire had for main objective to assess the levels of knowledge, the mode of use of this pepper by the local populations, as well as the phytochemical analysis of said chilli. Discussion groups and semi-structured individual interviews were carried out in 4 localities to collect information from 650 inhabitants, including 511 women and 139 men. The results showed that the variables gender, age group, ethnicity and level of education significantly influence (p≤0.05) the levels of knowledge and the mode of use, except the independence between the locality, the level of knowledge and mode of use. In addition, women know more about this type of pepper (80.82%) and use it much more in food (99.41%), as well as in the treatment of diseases (95.69%). People aged 60 and over have higher use levels (81.30%) in therapeutic use. The study also revealed that the Agni ethnic group is distinguished from other ethnic groups (Baoulé, Malinké, Attié) by a greater level of knowledge and use in pathology. Depending on the level of education, it appears that people without education know better (71.63%) and use this type of pepper more in the treatment of pathologies (85.39%). In addition, the study showed that the fresh form remains the only form used. With the exception of quinones, phytochemical analysis revealed that this type of pepper contains several pharmacological components depending on the stages of ripeness. Orange and red fruits had a higher content of alkaloids, polyphenols, flavonoids. The green and yellow fruits were highly rich in sterols and polyterpenes. Catechetical tannins were only present in green fruits. The data from our study could strengthen clinical research on the nutritional and pharmacological properties of this type of “Ahalimancou” chilli.

scholarly journals Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used against sickle cell anaemia in the eastern part of the Côte d’Ivoire

2020 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 7839-7852
Author(s):  
Akakpo-Akue J ◽  
Kplé T.K.M ◽  
Coulibaly Kiyinlma ◽  
AHON Gnamien Marcel ◽  
Fofié Yvette ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sickle Cell ◽  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Stem Bark ◽  
Traditional Healers ◽  
Ethnobotanical Study ◽  
Ethnobotanical Survey ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Plant Parts ◽  
Côte D'ivoire

An ethnobotanical survey was conducted to record the various plant families, species, and plant parts used to manage sickle cell disease in the Indenié-Djouablin region eastern Côte d’Ivoire. Nine traditional healers aged 36 to 67 years old were selected in six different villages according to their reputation in knowledge of traditional medicine, their availability and their willingness to share information. A total of 26 species of plants belonging to 20 families were reported to have antisickling activity. Eleven (11) different medication recipes were composed from these 26 species of plants ((Afromonum melegueta (Roscoe) K. Schum., Xylopia aethiopica) mainly). The main plant parts used were stem bark (38%) followed by fruit (18%) and seeds (18%). The majority of the main plants recorded (84.61 %) were wild. From the recorded plants, 65.38 % were trees and 23.07 % shrubs. Most remedies (82%) were made up by decoction and were employed orally (54 %) or by enema (32 %). The potential anti-sickling activity of the plant species recorded during this study could be the effect of alkaloids, polyphenols, quinones and terpenoids compounds found during the phytochemical screening of the 26 plants species.

scholarly journals Study of laboratory staff' knowledge of biobanking in Côte d'Ivoire

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambroise Kouamé Kintossou ◽  
Mathias Kouamé N'Dri ◽  
Marcelle Money ◽  
Souleymane Cisse ◽  
Simini Doumbia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
West African ◽  
Professional Experience ◽  
Economic Interests ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Laboratory Staff ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract Background: The biobank is a structure that manages and makes available biological resources. The biobank has medical, scientific and economic interests in an ethical manner. In 2009, Côte d'Ivoire established a biobank, which has housed the regional biobank of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) countries since 2018. To ensure optimal and efficient use of this biobank, scientific stakeholders must be aware of its existence and role. It was therefore necessary to assess the knowledge of laboratory staff on the role and activities of a biobank.Methods: This is a descriptive study conducted with staff of human, animal and plant health laboratories located in southern Côte d'Ivoire. Results: A total of 205 people agreed to complete the proposed questionnaire. Of these, 34.63% are biologists, 7.32% engineers, 48.78% technicians and 9.27% PhD students. The average professional experience was 10.11 ± 7.83 years. Respectively, 47.32% and 43.41% have never heard of biocollection and biobank. Only 48.78% of participants had a good understanding of the role of a biobank. Technicians and PhD students were less educated on the notion of biobank (p<0.000001). Biologists, although they were more educated on this issue, 21.13% of them had a misconception of biobank. Good knowledge of the role of a biobank was not significantly related to the duration of professional experience (p>0.88). Conclusion: The level of knowledge of laboratory staff about biobanking remains to be improved. Training on the role, activities and interests of the biobank is important.

Physicochemical and sensory parameters of cashew apple jam (Anarcadium occidental L.) harvested in Bondoukou area (North East, Côte d’Ivoire)

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 031-040
Author(s):  
Kouadio Atta ◽  
Gbocho Serge Elvis Ekissi ◽  
Claude Kouamé Ya ◽  
Bedel Jean Fagbohoun ◽  
Lucien Patrice Kouamé
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Titratable Acidity ◽  
Soluble Solids ◽  
Phytochemical Analysis ◽  
Acceptance Test ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
North East ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Cashew Apple

In Côte d'Ivoire, cashew apples represent waste in plantations due to lack of processing. This study deals with their transformation into jam for a better valorization. Cashew apple jam were analyzed for physicochemical and sensory properties. Proximate physiochemical were determined using standard analytical procedures and the sensory acceptance test was performed by 50 panelists on the following attributes. Proximate result showed that moisture content of cashew apple jam was 26.5±1.77% ; carbohydrate 67.7±02.45%, protein 0.7±0.01%; fat and ash contents were 0.16±0.0 and 2.4±0.01% for respectively. pH and titratable acidity were 3.9±0.01 0.06% respectively. Soluble solids (°Brix) was 25±0.98%. Vitamin C and total sugar contents were 276±4.67 (mg/100g) and 51.87±2.18% respectively. Major minerals in the jam were potassium (2762±43.2 mg/Kg), phosphorus (298±4.1 mg/Kg), magnesium (146±1.1 mg/Kg) and calcium (143±2.21mg/Kg). phytochemical analysis revealed presence of tannins (0.8±0.01%), phenol (0.35±0.02%), oxalate (1.87±0.02%) carotenoids (0.70±0.01%), flavonoid (0.20±0.01%), phytate (1.16±0.03%) Results from sensory analysis showed color (7.88±0.55), consistency (8.22±0.83), sweet (8.44±1.09) odour (5.4±0.36) and general acceptability 5.22. Parameters (acidity, astringency and afteraste) scores are less than 3.

scholarly journals Propriétés Antifongiques Des Légumineuses Médicinales De Côte d’Ivoire : Cas De Crotalaria retusa L. (Fabaceae) Sur La Croissance in vitro De Phytophthora sp. Et Fusarium solani, Deux Champignons Phytopathogènes

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 371 ◽  
Author(s):  
Doga Dabé ◽  
Zirihi Guédé Noël ◽  
Zézé Adolphe
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Fusarium Solani ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Phytopathogenic Fungi ◽  
Agricultural Product ◽  
Dilution Method ◽  
Ethnobotanical Study ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Côte D'ivoire

The high cost of fungicides, the international markets standards for agricultural product quality, the environmental issues and consumer health discourage to the application of chemical control. The strategy is therefore to develop alternative solutions, less expensive and addresses environmental concerns. This study was conducted to evaluate the fungicidal potency of Crotalaria retusa L. on Phytophthora sp. and Fusarium solani, two phytopathogenic fungi. This plant was selected after an ethnobotanical study conducted in the sub-prefecture of Lauzoua in Côte d'Ivoire. It is considered to be the most widely used in the treatment of microbial diseases. The phytochemical screening of this legume species was carried out, and showed the presence of saponosides, sterols, tannins, alkaloids, flavonoids, polyphenols, quinones and polyterpenes. The sensitivity of these two phytopathogenic fungi strains was tested in vitro in presence of the aqueous extract of Crotalaria retusa L. by using double dilution method on PDA medium (Potato Dextrose Agar). The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of spawn growth was 1.56 mg/ml for both fungi. The minimum fungicide concentration (CMF) was 6.25 mg/ml for Phytophthora sp and 12.50 mg/ml for Fusarium solani. The presence of chemical compounds in this plant justifies its antifungal activity and its traditional use areas.

scholarly journals Study of laboratory staff' knowledge of biobanking in Côte d'Ivoire

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambroise Kouamé Kintossou ◽  
Mathias Kouamé N'Dri ◽  
Marcelle Money ◽  
Souleymane Cisse ◽  
Simini Doumbia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Average Length ◽  
West African ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Laboratory Staff ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract Background: A biobank is a structure which collects and manages biological samples and their associated data. The collected samples will then be made available for various uses. The sharing of those samples raised ethical questions which have been answered through specific rules. Thus, a Biobank functioning under tight ethical rules would be immensely valuable from a scientific and an economic view point. In 2009, Côte d'Ivoire established a biobank, which has been chosen to house the regional biobank of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) countries in 2018. To ensure optimal and efficient use of this biobank, the scientific community must be aware of its existence and its role. It was therefore necessary to evaluate the knowledge of laboratories staff on the role and activities of a biobank.Methods: This descriptive study was done by questioning staff from laboratories working on human’s health, animals or plants. The laboratories were located in southern Côte d'Ivoire. Results: A total of 205 people completed the questionnaire. Of these 205 people, 34.63% were biologists, 7.32% engineers, 48.78% technicians and 9.27% PhD students. The average length of work experience was 10.11 ± 7.83 years. In this study, 43.41% of the participants had never heard of biobanking. Only 48.78% of participants had a good understanding of the role of a biobank. Technicians and PhD students were less educated on the notion of biobank (p<0.000001). Although biologists were more educated on this issue, 21.13% of them had a misconception of biobank. Good knowledge of the role of a biobank was not significantly related to the work experience’s length (p>0.88). Conclusion: The level of knowledge of laboratory staff about biobanking needs to be improved. Training on the role, activities and interests of the biobank is important.

scholarly journals Consumption Survey of Justicia Galeopsis T. Anderson Ex C.B. Clarke (Acanthaceae) a Wild Food Plant in Côte d’Ivoire (West Africa)

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (21) ◽  
pp. 361
Author(s):  
Ahou Leticia Loukou ◽  
Koua Herve Kouakou ◽  
Adouko Edith Agbo ◽  
Kouakou Brou
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Food Plant ◽  
Wild Food ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Wild Food Plant ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
The Village

The aim of this study was to evaluate the level of knowledge and consumption of Justicia galeopsis, a wild food plant, in Abengourou (Côte d’Ivoire). A survey of food consumption has been conducted among the populations and 100 persons have been interviewed. The data revealed that they all have already consumed J. galeopsis leaves. The main reasons of J. galeopsisleaves consumption refer to nutritional value and flavor. There were always cooking before eating and associated mainly with groundnuts (95%) or gumbo (5%). Twenty-seven percent of consumers every day eat J. galeopsis leaves against 64% who consume once or twice a week, 6% twice a month, 3% occasionally. 6% the populations collected these leaves in the market against 94% who obtained them from their field which is far from the village. Although the fields were far from the village, 74% of population prepares J. galeopsis just after the collect without conservation. The cooking time of leaves associated with peanuts or okra is estimated by 41% of the households at 30 minutes. Five percent prepared them during 45 minutes and 22% during one (1) hour. This study reveals that J. galeopsis is a famous plant in Abengourou. Its leaves are greatly appreciated by all populations studied.

scholarly journals Study of laboratory staff’ knowledge of biobanking in Côte d’Ivoire

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambroise Kouamé Kintossou ◽  
Mathias Kouamé N’dri ◽  
Marcelle Money ◽  
Souleymane Cissé ◽  
Simini Doumbia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Average Length ◽  
West African ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Laboratory Staff ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract Background A biobank is a structure which collects and manages biological samples and their associated data. The collected samples will then be made available for various uses. The sharing of those samples raised ethical questions which have been answered through specific rules. Thus, a Biobank functioning under tight ethical rules would be immensely valuable from a scientific and an economic view point. In 2009, Côte d’Ivoire established a biobank, which has been chosen to house the regional biobank of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) countries in 2018. To ensure optimal and efficient use of this biobank, the scientific community must be aware of its existence and its role. It was therefore necessary to evaluate the knowledge of laboratories staff on the role and activities of a biobank. Methods This descriptive study was done by questioning staff from laboratories working on human’s health, animals or plants. The laboratories were located in southern Côte d’Ivoire. Results A total of 205 people completed the questionnaire. Of these 205 people, 34.63% were biologists, 7.32% engineers, 48.78% technicians and 9.27% PhD students. The average length of work experience was 10.11 ± 7.83 years. In this study, 43.41% of the participants had never heard of biobanking. Only 48.78% of participants had a good understanding of the role of a biobank. Technicians and PhD students were less educated on the notion of biobank (p < 0.000001). Although biologists were more educated on this issue, 21.13% of them had a misconception of biobank. Good knowledge of the role of a biobank was not significantly related to the work experience’s length (p > 0.88). Conclusion The level of knowledge of laboratory staff about biobanking needs to be improved. Training on the role, activities and interests of the biobank is important.

scholarly journals Study of laboratory staff' knowledge of biobanking in cote d'ivoire

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambroise Kouamé Kintossou ◽  
Mathias Kouamé N'Dri ◽  
Marcelle Money ◽  
Souleymane Cisse ◽  
Simini Doumbia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Professional Experience ◽  
Economic Interests ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Laboratory Staff ◽  
Côte D'ivoire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract Backgound The biobank is a structure that manages and makes available biological resources. The biobank has medical, scientific and economic interests in an ethical manner. In 2009, Côte d'Ivoire established a biobank, which has housed the regional biobank of ECOWAS countries since 2018. To ensure optimal and efficient use of this biobank, scientific stakeholders must be aware of its existence and role. It was therefore necessary to assess the knowledge of laboratory staff on the role and activities of a biobank. Methods This is a descriptive study conducted with staff of human, animal and plant health laboratories located in southern Côte d'Ivoire. Results A total of 205 people agreed to complete the proposed questionnaire. Of these, 34.63% are biologists, 7.32% engineers, 48.78% technicians and 9.27% phD students. The average professional experience was 10.11 ± 7.83 years. Respectively, 47.32% and 43.41% have never heard of biocollection and biobank. Only 48.78% of participants had a good understanding of the role of a biobank. Technicians and phD students were less educated on the notion of biobank (p<0.000001). Biologists, although they were more educated on this issue, 21.13% of them had a misconception of biobank. Good knowledge of the role of a biobank was not significantly related to the duration of professional experience (p>0.88). Conclusion The level of knowledge of laboratory staff about biobanking remains to be improved. Training on the role, activities and interests of the biobank is important.

scholarly journals Niveau De Contamination Du Poivron (Capsicum L., 1753) Par Les Pesticides

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 432
Author(s):  
Diarra Moussa ◽  
Kouadio David Léonce ◽  
Aboua Kouassi Narcisse ◽  
Soro Donafologo Baba ◽  
Kouadio Antoine ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liquid Phase ◽  
Capsicum Annuum ◽  
Cote D'ivoire ◽  
Côte D’Ivoire ◽  
Cote D’Ivoire ◽  
Codex Alimentarius ◽  
Edible Part ◽  
Côte D'ivoire

The study was done on two species of peppers capsicumannuum and capsicum fructescens. It concerned ninety samples of these two species, collected during three countrysides in two localities of Côte d’Ivoire (Bouake and Dabou). These samples were handled by means of a liquid-phase leading chromatograph SHIMADZU with the aim of determining the residues of pesticides. The observed results revealed a contamination of both species : capsicum annuum and capsicum fructescens, indeed, six residues of pesticides (chlorothalonil, chlorpyrifos, carbendazim, maneb, dimethoate and lambdacyaholothrine) were detected in these two species distributed in four families of pesticides (organochlorines, organophosphates, carbamates and pyrethrinoïds). The analysis showed that pyrethrinoïdes with respective proportions of 76,17% and 75,95% in capsicum annuum and capsicum fructescens were the most important ; followed organophosphate with respective proportions of 10,93% and 20,04% in capsicum annuum and capsicum fructescens.The study also showed that the concentrations of residues of pesticides detected in the edible part (pericarp ) peppers are appreciably equal those found in the part inedible(pulp). However, the residues of pesticides detected in peppers of both localities have all average concentrations lower than the standards established by the Codex Alimentarius.

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