Standardization and Preliminary Phytochemical Screening of Nardostachys Jatamansi Dc. Rhizome
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The plant Nardostachys jatamansi DC. (Valerianaceae) is a critically endangered rhizome bearing medicinal herb. It is restricted to specialized habitats in high altitudes of Himalaya ranging from 3000 to 5000m. Nardostachys jatamansi has been traditionally employed in treatment of wide range of disorders including nervous system, digestive system, circulatory system, respiratory system, urinary system, reproductive system and skin diseases. It shows marked tranquillizing activity, as well as hypotensive, hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, antiischemic, antiarrhythmic, anticonvulsant activities. The present study was aimed to evaluate the parameters to determine the quality of Nardostachys jatamansi rhizome and its standardization. These studies comprise macroscopy, powder analysis, physiochemical parameters, fluorescence characteristics and preliminary phytochemical screening. These studies will provide referential information for the correct identification of the crude drug.
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