Ethanolic leaf extract of Hyptis capitata Jacq. showed a toxic effect on Artemia salina larvae1. The was simplified through fractionation using vacuum liquid chromatography to trace compounds with biological activity. F1, F2, F3 and F4 fractions were used in the acute toxicity test A. larvae. F1 highest value 196.77±2.7 µg/ml. As an initial screening for its anticancer potential, ethanolic frac...

Malaria is transmitted by Anopheles stephensi and for controlling the malaria parasite Plasmodium spp., the vector mosquito has to be controlled. Extensive use of synthetic and chemical insecticides has resulted in environmental hazards and also in development of physiological resistance among vector mosquito species. Plant products are considered to be a potential alternative approach as they ...

The present paper provides a comprehensive inventory of 186 alien plant species Tripura, their invasion status on natural forested areas. Asteraceae is the most dominant family with 31 followed by 56.98 % reported from PAs Tripura were American origin. Life form analysis revealed presence 56.98% herbs, 16.12 trees and 9.67 shrubs. 106 have been used in traditional medicines, 66 potential orname...