PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF ANNONA RETICULATA L. LEAF EXTRACTS

Abstract

Leaf extracts of Annona reticulata were screened for the presence of phytochemical constituents like terpenoids, phenols, flavanoids , saponins and others. The medicinal activity of the plants is due the presence of these phytochemicals. For this purpose, extracts of the leaves were prepared in different solvents like water, methanol, acetate, ethyl acetate and hexane and concentrated. The results showed the rich presence of majority of phytochemical constituents which can be correlated with the possible significant medical potential of the plant.