Abstract
Abstract: Eclipta prostrata (bhringraj) widely known for its hair growth effects also have medicinal properties. Being one of the tribal state, herbal plants had been used by locals as well as tribals of Chhattisgarh. Present study focus on the study of phytochemicals and antibacterial property of Eclipta prostrata so as to amplify the knowledge of its medicinal properties which might be useful in further research. Results revealed the presence of active phytochemicals like alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, anthraquinones, proteins, phenols, tannins, saponins and glycosides in the plant. TLC analysis showed the presence of important phytosterol: stigmasterol . Methanolic extract of plant showed antibacterial property against E coli, Bacillus s and streptococcus which indicates that the plant might show assuring results in the field of antibiotics. Above data might also help to spread awareness among the tribal people of Chhattisgarh about the medicinal values of Eclipta prostrata. Keywords: Antimicrobial activity, Hot Percolation Method, phytochemical analysis, Sterols, Local tribes
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