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Phytochemical constituents of some Nigerian medicinal plants
- H. O. Edeoga, D. E. Okwu, B. Mbaebie
- Biology
- 31 July 2005
Alkaloids, tannins, saponins, steroid, terpenoid, flavonoids, phlobatannin and cardic glycoside distribution in ten medicinal plants belonging to different families were assessed and compared. The… Expand
Evaluation of the chemical composition of two Nigerian medicinal plants
- D. E. Okwu, C. Josiah
- Chemistry
- 31 December 2006
Nigerian medicinal plants (Aspilia africana and Bryophyllum pinnatum) were analyzed for their chemical composition, vitamins and minerals. The results revealed the presence of bioactive constituents… Expand
Evaluation of The Chemical Composition of Indigenous Spices and Flavouring Agents
- D. E. Okwu
- Biology
- 2001
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THE POTENTIALS OF OCIMUM GRATISSIMUM, PENRGULARIA EXTENSA AND TETRAPLEURA TETRAPTERA AS SPICE AND FLAVOURING AGENTS
- D. E. Okwu
- Chemistry
- 26 January 2004
The work reports the chemical evaluation, nutritional and flavouring properties of Ocimum gratissimum, Pengularia extensa and Tetrapleura tetraptera. The spices contain crude protein (7.44%-17.50%),… Expand
Evaluation of the chemical composition of Dacryodes edulis and Raphia hookeri Mann and Wendl exudates used in herbal medicine in south eastern Nigeria.
- D. E. Okwu, Fred U. Nnamdi
- Chemistry, Medicine
- African journal of traditional, complementary…
- 22 January 2008
The phytochemical contents and medicinal values of Dacroydes edulis and Raphia hookeri exudates were investigated. Phytochemical screening of the plant showed that they contain the presence of… Expand
Citrus Fruits: A Rich Source of Phytochemicals and their Roles in Human Health A Review
- D. E. Okwu
- Biology
- 2008
Citrus fruits are the main fruit trees grown throughout the world and are well – appreciated for their refreshing juice and health benefits. Numerous therapeutic properties have been attributed to… Expand
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Isolation, characterization and antibacterial activity of alkaloid from Datura metel Linn leaves
- D. E. Okwu, E. Igara
- Biology
- 2009
A new antibacterial agent 5, 7 dimethyl 6– hydroxy 3, phenyl 3 α amine β yne sitosterol 1 has been isolated from Datura metel leaves. The structure of 1 was established using C, H NMR, IR and MS… Expand
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Evaluation of the Phytochemical Composition of Mango (Mangifera indica Linn) Stem Bark and Leaves
- D. E. Okwu, Vitus Ezenagu
- Chemistry
- 2008
The phytochemical contents and medicinal values of Mangifera Indica stem barks and leaves were investigated. The results showed that the plant parts contain the presence of bioactive compounds… Expand
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Isolation, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity Screening of Anthocyanidine Glycosides from Alchornea Cordifolia (Schumach. and Thonn.) Mull. Arg. Leaves
- D. E. Okwu, N. Ukanwa
- Chemistry
- 2010
From the ethanolic extract of the leaves of Alchornea cordifolia (Schumach. and Thonn.) Mull. Arg,, 5–methyl 4’ -propenoxy anthocyanidines 7-O-β-D – diglucopyranoside was isolated. The structure was… Expand
Phytochemical screening and mineral composition of chewing sticks in South Eastern Nigeria
- D. E. Okwu, O. Ekeke
- Chemistry
- 1 February 2003
Phytochemical screening of the stems of Garcinia kola, Dennettia tripetala, Acioa barteri, Dialium guineense, Maesobotrya barteri, Mallotus oppositifolius and Psidium guajava which are commonly used… Expand