Jornal de Bioquímica e Fisiologia Vegetal
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Phytochemical Evaluation and uses of Ximenia americana L in Central Darfur

Rahma Salaman Mohammed Bashier

Ximenia americana which belongs to the family Olacaceae local people traditionally used plant parts such as bark, leaves, and fruits for the treatment of different human ailments and disorder. The study was conducted to find out the scientific translate and basis for the use of the plant. Chemical and biochemical constituents medicinally use of the extract were determined. The extract was active against different microbiological organisms were found. Results showed the presence of saponins, few alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids, terpenes, triterpenes sterols, and coumarins in all extracts. The present of different amount of anthrax-quinones, starch, general glycosides, and bitter principles. The study encourages those who believe in the traditional use of this plant by herbalists as a remedy and curing different ailments.