Detection of phytochemicals in the methanol extract of Urginea indica (R.) BULB

Tambe, Bhavana R. and Vikhe, Sunayana R. and Pathade, Parmeshwar M. (2025) Detection of phytochemicals in the methanol extract of Urginea indica (R.) BULB. World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 21 (1). pp. 768-773. ISSN 2582-5542

Urginea indica R, commonly known as Jangli Pyaz, belongs to the Liliaceae family and is renowned for its medicinal properties, particularly in traditional Indian medicine. This research focuses on the extraction and detection of phytochemicals from the bulbs of Urginea indica R, highlighting their potential therapeutic applications. Utilizing Soxhlet extraction with methanol as a solvent, we successfully extracted a range of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, tannins, and alkaloids. The extraction process involved grinding the dried bulbs into a coarse powder and conducting prolonged methanol extraction to enhance yield while preserving sensitive phytochemicals. Qualitative phytochemical screening confirmed the presence of significant secondary metabolites, such as alkaloids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, tannins, proteins, carbohydrates, glycosides, saponins, terpenoids, steroids .These findings not only enhance our understanding of the health benefits associated with Urginea indica R. but also provide a foundational chemical database that can guide future research into its pharmacological applications. The study emphasizes the importance of exploring natural sources for developing novel therapeutic agents that can address various health challenges.