To Study of Artemisia nilagirica Leaves for their Antithyroid, Oxidative and Antihyperglycemic Properties

Abstract

The tiny, fragrant shrub Artemisia nilagirica (Clarke) is a member of the Asteraceae family. This plant's leaves and flowering top have been used in traditional medicine as an antimalarial, nerve tonic, and anticancer drug, and there is evidence of anti-leishmanial efficacy. Material and Methods: The plant specimen was obtained from the Ooty district in Tamil Nadu, India, during the month of December. It was subsequently authenticated by NMKRV College for Women, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The plant specimens were stored in the herbarium of the NMKRV College for Women, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Results: The morphological, microscopic, organoleptic, and other WHO-recommended procedures for standardization were investigated in a powdered sample of Artemisia nilagirica (Clarke) leaf. Phytochemical investigation revealed the existence of numerous elements such as alkaloids, amino acids, carbohydrates, flavonoids, glycosides, terpenoids, steroids, saponins, essential oils, tannins and phenol in diverse extracts. Conclusion: Pharmacognostic and phytochemical analysis of Artemisia nilagirica (Clarke) leaves would be useful for authenticating raw material or crude medication.