Anti-fungal activity of leaf extract of derris indica.
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2011-01
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The extraction of the leaf of Derris indica, family Fabaceae was carried out
using petroleum ether and chloroform in succession. The petroleum ether and choloform
extracts showed the presence of phytosterols and saponins. The chloroform and ethanolic
extracts showed the flavonoids and fixed oils the ethanolic and aqueous extracts showed the
presence of carbohydrates. The extracts were evaluated for anti-fungal activity. The
chloroform extract showed significant anti-fungal activity.
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Derris indica, Leaf extract, Antifungal activity
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Biswal Bishnupada, Saha Dibyajyoti, Koley Abir, Sur Debjeet, Jana Suvendu Bikash, Jena Anima, Sarkar Arnab. Anti-fungal activity of leaf extract of derris indica. International Journal of Applied Biology and Pharmaceutical Technology. 2011 Jan-Mar; 2(1): 30-32.