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Qualitative analysis of phytochemicals in Maesa macrophylla leaf extract
| Phytochemical | Detection system | Observation | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coumarin | 365 nm | Blue spot | + |
| Flavonoids | 5% AlCl3 | Yellow spot | + |
| Tannin | 2% FeCl3 | Greenish Black spot | + |
| Saponin | 10% Vanillin (Ethanol) | Violet and yellow | + |
| Monoterpene alcohol, Bitter principle saponin | Vanillin-H2SO4 | Blue | + |
| Triterpene and steroid | Lieberman-Buchard’s reagent | Brown and yellow spots | + |
+ tested positive for phytochemicals.
