Phyto-pharmacological Investigation of Plumbago zeylanica for Memory Enhancing Activity

Abstract

Objective: The main goal was to assess the possible memory-enhancing effects of Plumbago zeylanica root extract on Wistar rats. Materials and Methods: Extract of P. zeylanica roots evaluated for memory enhancement by Morris water maze (MWM) and elevated plus maze (EPM). Here, the parameter examined was transfer latency (TL). Results: There was a dose-dependent decline in TL when P. zeylanica root extract was administered, as compared to the control. Conclusion: The observed dose-dependent reduction in transfer latency provides compelling evidence of the extract’s potential in countering neurodegeneration and affirming its nootropic capabilities.