QUALITATIVE PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING, ANTIOXIDANT AND WOUND HEALING ACTIVITIES OF PISTACIA PALAESTINA BOISS. EXTRACTS
- Publish Date: 3 - June - 2023
Research Abstract:
This study aimed to perform a qualitative phytochemical screening of different parts of Pistacia palaestina and evaluate its antioxidant and wound healing activities for therapeutic applications. The results revealed the presence of important bioactive compounds such as phenols, tannins, flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids, and resins, while alkaloids and coumarins were absent. High total phenolic and flavonoid contents were detected, particularly in methanolic leaf and fruit extracts, which also demonstrated strong antioxidant activity. Furthermore, ointments prepared from these extracts significantly accelerated wound healing in experimental animal models compared to control and standard treatment groups. These findings suggest that Pistacia palaestina could serve as a promising natural source for skin wound treatment and future therapeutic applications.
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