Exploration of anthelmintic potency of Pisonia alba

Helminthiasis or worm infestation is one of the most prevalent disease and serious problems in world. Pisonia alba (Ceodeus Grandis) plant was selected for exploration anthelmintic activity because Nyctaginaceae family plants such as Boerhavia diffusa, Bougainvillea glabra, Mirabilis jalapa L., already tested they have potent activity. The Phytochemical test performed this ethanolic extract alba. This study indicated that crude ethanol produces against Indian earthworm Pheretima Posthuma. Ethanolic [20, 40, 60 mg/ml] compared with standard drug (Albendazole). showed significant potency when Albendazole. explored at mg/ml concentration time taken paralyse /death earthworms current investigation indicates leaves further needed to explore its full potential.