Exploration of the mineral compounds contained in the aerial organs of Phyllanthus amarus schumach and Thonn

Abstract

Medicinal plants are increasingly used by sub-Saharan populations for their health security. The chemical composition of Phyllanthus amarus organs can enhance the use of this broad-spectrum plant species against pathogens. P. amarus stems contain moisture ranging from 67.8% to 75.2%, chlorides, phosphates, nitrites and nitrates. The same aerial organs contain no sulfate or calcium. The ash content of P. amarus stems varies between 43 and 45%, an important proportion for exploring the mineral elements contained in organic matter and likely to serve as intermediary compounds in the synthesis of secondary metabolites.