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Research Paper | Botany | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1543 - 1546 | India
Phytochemical and Anatomical Screening of Eclipta Prostrata L. - An important Unani Medicinal Herb from Amravati District
Abstract: Eclipta prostrata L., commonly known as Bhringaraj or False Daisy, is a creeping and moisture-loving annual herb widely distributed along roadsides, riverbanks, and wastelands. The plant is extensively used in traditional systems of medicine, where it is popularly called the ?King of hairs? due to its beneficial effects on hair growth and scalp health. It is also well recognized for its hepatoprotective activity and is used in the treatment of various liver disorders. Because of its broad therapeutic importance, proper identification and standardization of this medicinal plant are essential. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the anatomical and phytochemical characteristics of Eclipta prostrata to establish reliable identification parameters. Detailed anatomical examination of different plant parts was carried out to observe diagnostic features that can serve as reference standards. Microscopic analysis revealed characteristic structural features useful for authentication of the species. Preliminary phytochemical screening of the plant extracts confirmed the presence of important bioactive compounds, including alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, and terpenoids. These secondary metabolites are known to contribute to the pharmacological properties of the plant. The combined anatomical and phytochemical findings provide supportive evidence for the medicinal value of Eclipta prostrata. The results of this study may help in the correct identification, authentication, and quality control of this important medicinal herb in herbal formulations and pharmaceutical preparations.
Keywords: Anatomical studies, Bhringaraj, Eclipta prostrata, Phytochemical screening
How to Cite?: Sameera Khwaja Ahrar Ahmad, "Phytochemical and Anatomical Screening of Eclipta Prostrata L. - An important Unani Medicinal Herb from Amravati District", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1543-1546, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26303140506, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26303140506