Comparative studies of phytochemical screening of Carissa carandus Linn.

Present study deals with the qualitative analysis of Ethanolic, Methanolic and Aqueous extract of various parts of Carrisa carandus Linn. Carissa Carandas Linn. The leaves and roots of plant were extracted by cold percolation method using organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol and distilled water. Karonda is a widely used medicinal plant by tribal’s throughout India and popular in various indigenous system of medicine like Ayurveda, Unani and Homoeopathy. The Karonda tree has many uses as it is used in traditional medicine, and modern medical research has found that it has many beneficial properties. Its leaves feed the tussar silkworm; the wood is used for making household utensils, such as large cooking spoons, and the root can be pounded to a paste to make insect repellant. The plant is also an alternative source of oil, hydrocarbon and phytochemicals.

Author(s): Rajaram S. Sawant and Ashvin G. Godghate*

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