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Karyotype and Phytochemical Analysis of Four Zingiberaceae Species and Their Taxonomic Relevance in Systematic Botany

Dozie-Akaniro, I.N, Mbagwu, F.N, Unamba Chibuikem I.N, Ikpa Chinyere. B. C & Ngozi-Olehi, Lynda. C · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

Herbaceous plants in the Zingiberaceae family that grow in humid tropical and subtropical regions are economically used as dyes, ornamental plants, flavoring and spices. This study evaluated the phytochemical and karyotype components of four Zingiberaceae species in order to dete...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1182

Impact of Temperature on the Viscosity of Raw and Boiled Honey from Tabora, Tanzania

Yusuf Ismail Koleleni · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

The study aimed at investigating and determining the viscosity of the raw and boiled honey from Tabora, Tanzania at constant and different temperatures. The method of stokes’s law has been employed in the study. The physical properties especially the viscosity of raw honey and bo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1180

Phytochemical Evaluation and In-vitro Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, and Anti-diabetic Activity Assessment of Linum usitatissimum L. Seed Extract

Aishwarya Rai, Roshan Bishowkarma & Harish Singh Thapa · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

Objectives: Linum usitatisimum (L.), commonly known as flaxseed, is a rich source of different types of phytochemicals and possesses nutritive and therapeutic value. The study was carried out to evaluate phytochemicals, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic activity of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1179

Phytochemistry and Medicinal Uses of Lonchocarpus Species: Systematic Review of a Promising Medicinal Plant

Sani M. Isyaka, Olutola A. Olayemi & Abdullahi M. Abdullahi · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

Research on natural products is crucial to the hunt for novel drugs to treat human diseases. Over time, there has been evidence and documentation of the usage of these medicinal plants as a source of physiologically active compounds with therapeutic potential for the treatment of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1178

In Silico Molecular Docking Studies of Azadirachta indica Stem Bark Phytochemicals against α-Amylase for Type 2 Diabetes Management

Ikpa, Chinyere Benardette C, Kalu Georgina Ijeoma & Ikezu, Ujupaul Joy M · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

Diabetes mellitus and drug resistance pose significant challenges in treatment. Crude extracts from plants, such as Azadirachta indica, which is known for its medicinal properties, could offer alternative agents for diabetes management. However, the specific bioactive compounds r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1177

Phytocompounds Profiling and Assessment of the Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Efficacies of Spondias mombin (Linn) Leaf Extracts

Bamidele Martin Amos-Tautua, Imomotimi Timipa Ajoko & Christopher Unyime Ebong · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2025

The medicinal properties of Spondias mombin Linn leaves have been recognized historically, particularly in cancer treatment, diarrhea, and diabetes management. The purpose of this study is to investigate the chemical constituents using GC-MS and HPLC, assess the antioxidant and a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2025/v8i1159

Effect of Soxhlet and Ultrasound-Assisted Solvent Extraction Methods on the Bioactivity of Adenanthera pavonina

Sanjeewa K. Rodrigo & A. T. Herath · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Adenanthera pavonina (Fabaceae) is often used in traditional medicine for treating various diseases. Previous studies have shown various bioactivities. In this work methanolic extracts of different plant parts (Stem-bark, leaves, root, seeds) prepared using two extraction methods...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2024/v7i3176

Biological Activities, Therapeutic Potential and Phytochemical Screening of Atalantia ceylanica: A Mini Review

S.P. Wijekoon & A.T. Herath · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Atalantia ceylanica, a herbaceous shrub, belonging to the Rutaceae family, is native to Sri Lanka, India, and Vietnam, thriving in seasonally dry tropical regions. Various parts of the plant, including leaves, bark, seeds, and roots, are rich in bioactive phytochemicals such as p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2024/v7i3175

Bioactivity Guided Isolation of Gallic Acid and Kaempferol-7-O-Glucoside from Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Entada africana Guill. & Perr. Stembark Crude Extract

Kwaji Andrew, Philip Pius, Atiko Rejoice, Umar Muhammad Ibrahim, John Mai Abigail & Idriss Bamidele Musbau · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Medicinal plants have historically played a crucial role in human healthcare due to their phytochemical compounds which provides protection against various pathogens and environmental challenges. The aim of the study was the isolation of bioactive compounds from Entada africana;...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2024/v7i3174

Assessment of Analgesic Potential of Dibenzylidene Derivatives of Cyclopentanone

Ozakieoniso James Kemelayefa, Bonsome Bokolo & Azibanasamesa D.C Owaba · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Background: In the search for novel analgesic agents as current pain management options, Dibenzylidene-acetophenone analogues have emerged as potential candidates, and this is due to their diverse pharmacological activities, laying the foundation for innovative exploration into t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2024/v7i3173

Simultaneous Extraction, Purification, and Quantification of Polyphenols, Caffeine, and Theophylline from BB35 Green Tea Leaves (Kenya cultivar) Using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with Gradient Quantification

Hemanth Kumar Manikyam, Cecilliah N Ngugi, Fridah Marete, Elizabeth Kagotho, Sandeep Balvant Patil & Abhinandan Ravsaheb Patil · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

This study introduces a novel technique that uses a solvent mixture of 60% water and 40% ethanol to extract caffeine, theophylline, and polyphenols from green tea leaves (Camellia sinensis) all at once. On a dry basis, the Folin-Ciocalteu Reagent Method (ISO 14502-1) estimated th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sarjnp/2024/v7i3172

Antibacterial Activity of Benzophenones Derived from the Ripe Fruit Extract of Garcinia xanthochymus against Streptococcus mutans

Patamaporn Pruksakorn, Suwan Lertru, Detmontree Wachisunthon, Kamonwan Wanpen, Parnuphan Panyajai & Pornsri Prasertvaree · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Aims: The objective of this study is to isolate antibacterial substances from the ripe fruit extract of Garcinia xanthochymus and to evaluate their toxicity through a brine shrimp lethality assay. Study Design: The research involved the collection of ripe fruits, followed by the...

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Determination of Analgesic Potential of Dibenzylidene Derivatives of Cyclohexanone

Ozakieoniso James Kemelayefa, Bonsome Bokolo, Azibanasamesa D.C Owaba & Amarachi Favour Morka · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

Background:  Pain is significantly associated with most disease states, and the search for suitable analgesic alternatives with fewer side effects is continuous and urgent. Aim of the study: This study is aimed at the evaluation of the analgesic potential of cyclohexanone derivat...

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Screening of Potential Cancer Inhibitors Using Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Extract through Molecular Docking, ADME and DFT Methods

Adindu Chinonso Blessing, Kalu Georgina Ijeoma, Uche Godswill Nwokeke & Ibe Frances Chizoruo · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

We herein report the cancer inhibition potentials of compounds extracted from Curcuma longa (Turmeric). The chemical contents were extracted in ethanol and chloroform respectively, analyzed with fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and gas chromatography mass spectropho...

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Determination of Physicochemical Parameters of Tap Water and Sachet Water in University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Essien, E. A., Essien, U. B., Akpan, L. E., Adamu, J. A., Abiah, I. H., Isangedighi, R. F. & Umanah, I. J. · South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products · 2024

The usage of contaminated drinking water, human population suffers from varied of water borne diseases. Therefore, it is necessary that the quality of drinking water be checked at regular time interval. This study is aimed at investigating the physicochemical parameters of tap wa...

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