INTEGRATED PHYTOCHEMICAL PROFILING AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY ASSESSMENT OF THE METHANOLIC LEAF EXTRACT OF MORINGA OLEIFERA

Abstract

The current work is focused on providing qualitative analysis of plant named Moringa Oleifera. The investigations not only focus on primary data but also on elucidation of secondary data . The aim of the study is to explore the overview of herbal science Operations, Phytochemistry, and medical investigation. In addition, the chemical analysis and antimicrobial effects of Moringa oleifera were investigated using established methodologies. The leaves were shade-dried and subsequently extracted with methanol. The plant component extracts are evaporated and stored in desiccators for further evaluation. The antibacterial properties of Drumstick Tree (Moringa oleifera) were assessed in vitro using the agar disc diffusion method against several pathogenic human microorganisms. The antibacterial potential of Moringa oleifera extracts were tested against E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus. Standard reference antibiotics, doxycycline, and DMSO were employed. The identification of phytochemicals acknowledged the evaluation of secondary metabolites such as flavonoids, saponins, phenols and tannins, proteins and, sugars. Moringa leaves characterization was also analyzed in concentrated form, UV-Visible indicated multiple peaks, measuring the absorption, with UV peaks detected at 229.4885 and 348.7212, while visible peaks were observed at 663.8107 for the extract. In diluted form, absorption was measured, with a UV peak at 226.9821 and visible region peaks at 533.1202 and 660.8269. Moreover, the studies have shown Drumstick trees exhibit various natural functions, such as epidermis lightening and help in regulating the immune system. The pharmacology and phytochemistry of the leaves serve as traditional as well as modern purposes such as food and medicine. Therefore, Moringa plant is like an organic medicine which has several health benefits.