Phytochemical Evaluation and Antioxidant Study of Jatropha curcas Seeds

J. curcas seed extract showed significant in vitro antioxidant activity, 50% hydroalcoholic extract showed the most potent activity. Quantification of protocatechuic and Gallic acid in 50% hydroalcoholic extract of J. curcas has been performed and was found to be 0.146% and 0.092% respectively.