Phytochemical Analysis of Bugbugayyong (ABRUS PRECATORIUS LINN) Leaves Extract

Abstract

Abrus precatorius Linn is one of the important medicinal plants belonging to the family Fabaceae. It is used as the common effective medicinal herb in many countries. The study plant has many therapeutic values like anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. This study investigated the phytochemical constituents of leaves extract of Bugbugayyong (Abrus precatorius Linn). Specifically, it aimed to 1:       Determine the phytochemical constituents of Bugbugayyong (Abrus precatorius Linn) leaves extract. Preliminary qualitative phytochemical screening was performed on the crude methanolic extract and revealed the presence of alkaloids, carbohydrates, saponins, diterpenes, phytosterols, phenolics, flavonoids and proteins except tannins.