Research Article
Phytochemical Profiling, Morpho-Anatomic Characterization, and Pharmacognostic Potential of Dolichandrone falcata
Vidya Chavan, Rutuja Teke, Yogesh Ugale and Mukul Barwant*
Department of Botany, Sanjivani Arts Commerce and Science College Kopargoan, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India
*Corresponding author:Barwant Mukul, Department of Botany, Sanjivani Arts Commerce and Science College Kopargoan, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India. E-mail Id: mukulbarwant97@gmail.com
Copyright: ©Vidya Chavan,, et al. 2025. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Article Information:Submission: 19/09/2025; Accepted: 22/10/2025; Published: 24/10/2025
Abstract
Dolichandrone falcata (Bignoniaceae) is a medicinally significant tree known for its diverse pharmacological properties. This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of its phytochemical profile, morpho-anatomical characteristics, and pharmacognostic potential. Morphological and anatomical
analyses revealed distinctive features of the stem, leaves, and roots, aiding in species authentication and quality control. Phytochemical screening confirmed the presence of steroids, amino acids, alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, polyphenols, terpenoids, and cardiac glycosides. Quantitative analysis showed
chlorophyll a and b concentrations of 0.0282 mg/g and 0.0560 mg/g in the alcoholic extract, respectively, and extractive values of 68.75% (alcohol) and
100% (water). These bioactive compounds exhibited antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and hepatoprotective activities. The study provides up-todate information on the traditional uses, phytochemistry, and pharmacology of the species, supporting its relevance in both traditional and modern medicine. These findings emphasize the need for further pharmacological and clinical investigations to validate therapeutic efficacy and develop novel plant-based formulations.
Keywords:Dolichandrone falcata; Phytochemical Profiling; Morpho-Anatomy; Pharmacognostic Evaluation; Microscopic Analysis; Medicinal Plants
