K. O. Orubite

Comparative Study of the Physicochemical Properties and Fatty Acid Composition of Some Indigenous Spices in Nigeria

C. U. Ogunka-Nnoka, F. U. Igwe & K. O. Orubite · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2014

Aim: This study evaluates the physicochemical properties and fatty acid composition of “Gbafilo” (Uapaca guineesis), “Omilo” (Parinari excelsa), “Country onion” (Afrostyax lepidphyllus), and “Taiko” (Zanthoxyllum zanthoxylloids). Methods: The oil was extracted using n-hexane in a...