Development of quality control parameters for the standardization of fruit of Ficus racemosa Linn. (M)

ObjectiveTo develop a novel Standardization technique, which can pave the way for rapid determination of different phytoconstitutents of Ficus racemosa (F. racemosa) Linn. (Moraceae). From extensive literature survey it was revealed that no reports were available on, standardization parameters of fruits of F. racemosa Linn.MethodsPhytochemical test, TLC analysis, Foreign matter, Ash values, Swelling index, Foaming index, Extractive value, Moisture content, Microbiological analysis, Crude fibre content, amino acid content, aflatoxin, toxic element analysis and analysis of pesticide residue were performed in the present investigation for the quality control of the drug.ResultsThus it was thought worthwhile to explore this plant on the basis of it's standardization parameters. Alkaloids, steroid, flavanoids and tannins were found to be present in F. racemosa Linn. extracts. Ash value, insoluble ash value, soluble ash value, crude fibre content, crude fat, Swelling index and Foaming index were found to be 3.96%w/w, 9.29%w/w, 7.45%w/w, 16.65%, (4.39±0.14), 1 cm, 10.30%w/w. The study will provide referential information for the correct identification of the crude drug.ConclusionsThese physicochemical data and phytochemical analysis of different extracts of F. racemosa Linn. is useful for further studies for pharmacological screening. In future this study will be helpful for qualitative & quantitative analysis of phytoconstituents for isolation of newer molecule from F. racemosa Linn.