Phytochemical evaluation of Andrographis paniculata L. (L.)

Abstract

Andrographis paniculata L. (L.). belonging to Acanthaceae family is a widely used medicinal plant. This plant is known to possess anti-microbial, cytotoxicity, anti-protozoan, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, immunostimulant, anti-diabetic, anti-infective, anti-angiogenic, hepato-renal protective, sex hormone/sexual function modulation, liver enzymes modulation and insecticidal properties. The present study is aimed to find out the phytochemical evaluation of Andrographis paniculata whole plant using qualitative tests, FTIR and GC-MS. The phytochemical tests for different active principles revealed the presence of alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids and triterpenoids. Phytol was detected as a major ingredient in GC-MS analysis.