IN VITRO PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF EUPHORBIA HIRTA

Abstract

Euphorbia hirta, commonly known as "Gatas-gatas" or "Asthma plant," is a medicinal herb widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions.It has been traditionally used in various folk medicine systems for the treatment of respiratory ailments, skin disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, and inflammatory conditions.The plant is known for its rich phytochemical composition, which includes alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, terpenoids, and tannins. These bioactive constituents have been reported to possess diverse pharmacological activities, including antioxidant properties. The aim of the study is to determine the phytochemical composition of Euphorbia hirta and assess its potential as a source of natural antioxidants .