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Spectral Analysis of Majorana Hortensis Leaves

Palaniswamy R, Padma Raghunathan

Abstract


All plant species contain some secondary metabolites with marked functions which make them unique. Majority of the disorders and ailments are cured with diverse source of plant species. Most of the plants are bestowed with antioxidant activities. The methanolic extract of the Majorana hortensis (M. hortensis) leaves proved to be a rich source of antioxidant due to phytochemicals present. Pilot study proved methanolic extract to be most potent and hence it was used for extended assay. Further studies have been carried out in the current paper to identify the different components which contribute to the antioxidant activity. Advanced techniques like Thin Layer Chromatography, High Performance Liquid Chromatography and Infra Red spectrum authenticated the methanolic extract of the M. hortensis leaves to be a rich source of antioxidant. 


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