INVESTIGATION OF PHARMACOGNOSTICAL PROFILE OF Delonix regia (Bojer ex hook) RAF LEAVES

Mercy Jenifa A.* and Mahendran R

ABSTRACT

Herbal medicine has become very popular in developing countries, with growing awareness of its safety, efficacy, and quality. This study aimed to investigate the pharmacognostical profile of Delonix regia (bojer ex hook) leaves. We evaluated pharmacognosy parameters, including macroscopical, organoleptic, and microscopical characteristics. Macroscopical characteristics examined were size, margin, and shape. Organoleptic characteristics included colour, odour, and taste. Microscopical characteristics involved the transverse section, quantitative microscopy, and powder microscopy.

Keywords: Delonix regia, Pharmacognosy, macroscopy, microscopy.