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Assessment of Inorganic and Organic Solvents Extraction Yields, Phytochemical, Nutritional and Mineral Constituents of Ocimum Gratissimum L and Rhoicissus Tridentate L. F Antimalarial Medicinal Plants

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  • Joan. Chepkemei Koech

    (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

  • M. Ngeiywa

    (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

  • J. Makwali

    (Department of Biological Sciences, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

  • F. Kimani

    (Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI))

  • J. Gathirwa

    (Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI))

  • E. Kigondu

    (Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI))

Abstract

Malaria is a global health crisis. Drug resistance underscores the urgency of developing new antimalarial treatments. Currently, medicinal plants are being explored for potential solutions, offering hope in the fight against the deadly disease. This study examines the medicinal potential of Ocimum gratissimum and Rhoicissus tridentate through comprehensive analyses of their phytochemical, nutritional, and mineral profiles, aiming to assess their potential for malaria treatment. The O. gratissimum and R. tridentate aqueous and methanol solvents extracts yields were quantified and subjected to qualitative and quantitative phytochemical screening for the determination of their bioactive metabolites. Their nutritional and mineral element profiles and distribution in the plant parts were also assessed. Phytochemical screening identified a range of bioactive compounds, including alkaloids, flavonoids, Quinone’s, phenols and carotenoids in both plants. Quantitative analysis revealed that O. gratissimum roots contained significantly (P

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  • Joan. Chepkemei Koech & M. Ngeiywa & J. Makwali & F. Kimani & J. Gathirwa & E. Kigondu, 2025. "Assessment of Inorganic and Organic Solvents Extraction Yields, Phytochemical, Nutritional and Mineral Constituents of Ocimum Gratissimum L and Rhoicissus Tridentate L. F Antimalarial Medicinal Plants," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 12(2), pages 621-629, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:12:y:2025:i:2:p:621-629
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