Mimusops Elengi Research Articles

Epidemiological Studies of Brown Rot in Spanish Cherry Orchards in the Jerte Valley.

Cherry brown rot caused by Monilinia laxa was observed and estimated in organic cherry orchard located in the Jerte Valley between 2013 and 2018 (Cáceres, Spain). Climatic variables were collected from this orchard and also from a nearby weather station. The primary inoculum of the pathogen recorded in March was detected in overwintered mummified fruits, ground mummies, and necrotic twigs and was a function of the average temperature of the previous three months (December, January, and February). The first symptoms of brown rot could be observed on flowers until fruit set in April. The months of March and April were identified as the critical period for cherry brown-rot development. A significant positive correlation was identified between brown rot observed at harvest and the mean number of consecutive days in each fortnight of March and April when the percent relative humidity was above 80%. Brown-rot incidence observed over the 6 years ranged from 0 to 38%. More than 11 days with relative humidity >80% in each fortnight of critical period would mean 100% of cherry brown rot at harvest. A forecasting model could be used to predict brown rot infection in Jerte Valley cherries.

Mimusops Elengi Leaves as Bioadsorbent for Removal of Uranyl Ion from Aqueous Solution

The removal of U(VI) ions from aqueous solutions with Bakul leaves was studied using a batch adsorption technique. The adsorption equilibrium, thermodynamics, and kinetic models were analyzed. The influence of pH, initial uranium concentration, contact time, temperature, and adsorbent dose on the uranium adsorption was estimated. The maximal uranium uptake was 86.4%. The U(VI) adsorption is well fitted using the Langmuir model and the pseudo-second-order model. Analysis of the thermodynamic functions of adsorption (ΔG°, ΔH°, ΔS°) at 303, 313 and 323 K shows that the adsorption on the surface of Bakul leaves is spontaneous and endothermic. Thus, Bakul leaves can be utilized as an economical, active, and eco-friendly adsorbent for uranium removal.

Plant Mediated Approach for the Fabrication of Nano CuO–NiO Mixed Oxides Using Aqueous Extract of Mimusops Elengi Leaf: Green Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity Studies

Green synthesis of nano mixed metal oxides is very important due to their applications in various fields. In the present work nano copper oxide-nickel oxide mixed oxides (CuO–NiO MOs) were synthesized using an environmentally friendly aqueous extract of Mimusops elengi leaf. The synthesized mixed metal oxides were characterized by using UV–visible spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Scanning electron microscopy–energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM–EDS), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). TEM and SEM showed that the mixed metal oxides formed as clusters and the nanoparticles had an average size of 30 nm. UV–Vis spectroscopy and FTIR spectroscopy authorized that the phytochemicals of leaf extract acted as capping agents for the synthesis of the mixed metal oxides. The extract of M. elengi leaf exhibited a significant role in the synthesis of mixed metal oxides and that also served as a reducing agent. Nano CuO–NiO MOs showed good antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis and Escherichia coli. Antimicrobial activity studies offered that the nano CuO–NiO MOs can be used in the medical field.

PERBANDINGAN EFEKTIVITAS JERAPAN Pb DALAM PARTIKULAT OLEH POHON TANJUNG (Mimusops elengi) DAN POHON BUNGUR (Lagerstroemia) (STUDI KASUS DI JALAN TIMOHO YOGYAKARTA)

The ability of plants to absorb metallic pollutants varies. The research has been conducted to compare the effectiveness of Tanjung (Mimusops elengi) and Bungur (Lagerstroemia) plants in absorbing Pb metal in particulate matter. The effect of location and leaf height on the effectiveness of pollutant uptake was also observed. Sampling was carried out in July 2020-September 2020 by taking leaves that were not too dark or light in color. Leaves taken at heights 3, 6, and 9 m on Timoho side Street. The particulate and leaf samples were digested and then analyzed their Pb levels using an Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The results showed that the Tanjung plants with denser leaves captured more particulate deposits than the Bungur plants. This plant is also more effective at absorbing and accumulating Pb metal, which is indicated by the ratio of Pb metal in the leaves to Pb in particulates which is higher than the Bungur plant. These results were consistent for each sampling period, at each location and each crown height.

Traffict Density Affects Stomatal Character of Tanjung Plant (Mimusops elengi, L.) in Mataram City

Increase in traffic density increases air pollution. Air pollution affects plant life physiologically, for the long run it could be morfologically, one of whichs is the stomatal characters. This research aimed to determine the influence of traffic density difference to the stomatal characteristic of Tanjung leaves (Mimusops elengi L.) in Mataram City. Sampling was carried out on 4 designated locations including the Unram Library (control) that has no traffic density, Jl. Dr. Sudjono (Low traffic), Jl. Ahmad Yani and Jl. Majapahit (high traffic). The method used was Post ex Facto, Purposive sampling. The measured parameters included the number of stomata, the number of open and closed stomata, the stomatal index, the stomatal size and the aperture size of the stomata. The research data was analyzed in a qualitative description and in a quantitative description using analysis of Varian (ANOVA). The results showed that the traffic density reduces the number of stamata as well as their size, the number of opended and increased the number of closed stomata, increases stomatal index due to stomatal damage and reduces stomatal aperture in Mataram city. It is concluded that traffic density affects stomatal haracter tanjung plant. Thrence, this finding reveals that stomatal character of tnajnjung plant can be used as air pollution bioindicator.

Occurrence and seasonal incidence of sapota leaf webber, Nephopteryx eugraphella Ragonot on Mimusops elengi L.-A medicinal tree

Studies on incidence and foliar damage by leaf webber, Nephopteryx eugraphella on Indian medlar,Mimusops elengi was carried out at ICAR- Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research at Anand, Gujarat during rainy season of 2019 and 2020. The identity of the pest was confirmed through morphological approach by dissecting the male and female genitalia of adult insects. The larvae of insect species were feed on younger leaves, apical shoots, flower buds and fruits of the host plant by making leaf folds. The incidence and foliar damage of leaf webber was ranged between 32-100 % and 4.86 to 32.53% during 2019, and it was 13.33-100 % and 5.80 to 42.07 % during 2020, respectively. The peak incidence and foliar damage was noticed during 36th Standard Metrological Week (SMW)in 2019 and 37th SMW in 2020. The correlation of leaf webber population with weather parameters showed that the per cent incidence and per cent leaf damage of N. eugraphella negatively correlated with maximum temperature and both the parameters positively correlated with minimum temperature, relative humidity (morning and evening) and rainfall during the study period

Removal of lead metal ion using biowaste of Pithophora cleveana wittrock and Mimusops elengi

ABSTRACT The present research explored the potential of a freshwater algae Pithophora cleveana Wittrock and Mimusops elengi leaves in the removal of lead in batch experiments. The operating parameters like contact time, pH of a solution, biosorbent dosage, particle size of biosorbent, initial concentration, and temperature were determined. A maximum uptake of 22.96 and 14.54 mg/g was reported for Pithophora cleveana Wittrock and Mimusops elengi with a maximum removal efficiency of 94.89% and 85.67%. Langmuir Isotherm model predicted a maximum correlation coefficient of 0.999 and 0.985 for Pithophora cleveana Wittrock and Mimusops eleng biosorbents. The kinetic study concluded that the pseudo-second-order kinetic model was found to best fit with a correlation coefficient always not less than 0.995. The thermodynamic study concluded that the biosorption mechanism was exothermic and spontaneous.

Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Raw Fruit Extract of Mimusops elengi and their Antimicrobial Study

These days, nanoparticles are being considered as nano-antibiotics because of their execution of antimicrobial activities towards a broad range of microbes. Nanoparticles are used in industrial products, health, food, space, and cosmetics;thus, researchers need for a green, ecofriendly, and low-cost approach to synthesize it. Green synthesis is such an approach of synthesizing NPs using microorganisms and plants, which is free of additional impurities. We used Mimusops elengi Linn. raw fruit extract in water to reduce the silver nitrate salt to produce silver NPs. The samples were characterized using various instrumental techniques. Broadband known as Surface Plasmon Resonance found near 450 nm in the absorption spectrum shows the formation of Ag NPs. NPs with average hydrodynamic diameters in the ranges 20-300 nm were detected from DLS study having negative zeta potential value (varies between - 25.8 to 15.8 mV), which suggests that as NPs surface is charged, it provides colloidal stability to the NPs in a liquid medium. FTIR study reveals that an increase in the intensity of some of the vibrational band with NP-content is due to the adsorption of some molecules on the surface of NPs. XRD pattern shows that NPs have an fcc structure. Samples were tested to have capabilities to kill both bacteria and fungi.

Ecological Value of Cementery in Jakarta

Cemetery Parks currently have a highly demand by urban community. The fact that settlement competing with the park. The study of green open space of cemetery was relatively limited to be observed. The objective of the study was to determine the potential of Cemetery Parks in absorbing carbon. The research was conducted in Tanah Kusir and Kampung Kandang cemetery parks. The methodology employed applied to Quadran typology. The balanced ecological assessment for both parks showed that the carbon absorbtion demonstrating significant results. And related trees as for Glodogan (Polyathea longifolia), Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) and Tanjung (Mimusops elengi), achieving gradual levels of carbon absorbtion.

Fourier Transform Infrared, X-Ray Diffraction and Energy Dispersive X-Ray Analysis Studies on the Adsorption of Copper Ii Ions Prepared From Mimusops Elengi Leaves in Aqueous Solution against Acid Activated Carbon

Adsorption considers were finished by watching the effects of various preliminary limits ejection of copper (II) particles from watery course of action. Morphology of adsorbent on account of adsorption has been destitute down PH, FT-IR spectra, EDX and XRD examination. The data were fitted into the Langmuir and Freundlich adsorption isotherm conditions. Thermodynamics limits like change in free imperativeness, enthalpy and entropy were resolved.

Biogenic silver nanoparticles synthesized via Mimusops elengi fruit extract, a study on antibiofilm, antibacterial, and anticancer activities

Herein, a simple approach was used for synthesis of silver nanoparticles by Mimusops elengi liquid fruit extract. Mimusops elengi is an ornamental plant, well-known for its fragrant flowers. The fruit source acts as a reducing mediator. The reduction of silver ions of this work was explored by fruit extract in the solution. The characterization of prepared biogenic silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) was achieved by UV–vis spectroscopy, XRD analyses, and STEM. As a result of characterization, it showed a maximal absorbance in the UV–vis spectrum at a wavelength of ~431 nm. In the XRD analysis, five basic peaks attributed to Ag nanoparticles were observed. When STEM images were analysed, it was determined that Ag nanoparticles generally have a spherical shape and an average size of 43 nm AgNPs were tested antimicrobial activity with Enterococcus durans, Listeria innocua, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Salmonella enteritidis, Salmonella kentucky, Staphylococcus epidermidis Staphylococus aureus, Xanthomonas, and Proteus vulgaris. AgNPs demonstrated antibacterial activities against all tested Gram (+) and Gram (−) bacteria strains. AgNPs at a low concentration of 625 μg/mL exhibited bacteriocidal effects on some tested bacteria. Further, antibiofilm tests were also performed. In addition, AgNPs inhibited 86.36% of the biofilm layer formed by the Escherichia coli bacteria at a concentration of 1250 μg/mL. Last, but not least, anticancer activities were tested using human colon (HT-29) and breast (MCF7) cancer cell lines. AgNPs are one of the most effective IC50 values against HT-29 and MCF7 cancer cell lines, respectively, 155 μg/mL at 24 h and 179 μg/mL at 40 h. The rapid, eco-friendly and non-toxic synthesis of AgNPs obtained by green synthesis rises their potential to become an agent for biological activities such as antibacterial, antibiofilm, and anticancer.

Air pollution tolerance index (APTI) and expected performance index (EPI) of trees in sambalpur town of India

Poor disposal of waste and release of pollutants to the environment through urbanization, industrialization and anthropogenic activities have been a serious threat to human health. Therefore, there is a need to evaluate the pollution status of towns through the identification of bio-monitor and bio-indicator trees. Keeping this in view, a work was undertaken to study the Air Pollution Tolerance Index (APTI) and Expected Performance Index (EPI) of trees in Sambalpur town, located in Western flanks of Eastern India during three seasons (monsoon, post-monsoon and pre-monsoon) in 2015–16. The measurements of different biochemical parameters (ascorbic acid: di-chlorophenol indophenol method of Keller and Schwager (Eur J For Pathol 7:338–350, 1977); leaf extract pH: electrometric method of Liu and Ding 2008; relative water content: oven dry method of Prajapati and Tripathi (2008) and total chlorophyll: acetone extraction method of Arnon (Plant Physiol 24:1–15, 1949), and socio-economic characters (plant habit, canopy structure, and type of plant, laminar structure and economic value as per Moore and Chapman (Methods in plant ecology, Blackwell Scientific Publications, Oxford, 1986) and Noor et al. (Environ Geochem Health 1–15, 2014) of selected 21 trees were carried out from five polluted or experimental sites (i.e. Remed, Ainthapali, Dhankauda, Dhanupali and Durgapali) and a non-polluted or control site (i.e. Sambalpur University campus) based on commonness of tree species to all the sites and close proximity to the roads. A total of 45 samples (3 trees of each species × 5 leaves from each tree x three replicates per treatment) for every species in each site were analysed as per above standard protocol and methodology. The APTI of the trees in the control site ranged from 8.99 (Butea monosperma) to 31.63 (Peltophorum pterocarpum), while that in the experimental sites it was ranged from 10.47 (Tamarindus indica) to18.04 (Mimusops elengi). In most cases of trees (67.71%), the APTI values were higher in experimental sites than the selected trees in control site, indicating thereby that the species having higher APTI values had a greater tolerance against air pollution. The categories of various trees, classified on the basis of overall APTI, revealed that in the control site 66.67, 19.05 and 14.28% of the total trees were in the intermediately tolerant (IT), moderately tolerant (MT) and tolerant (T) categories respectively; whereas in the experimental sites, 42.86, 23.81, 19.05 and 14.28% of the species were in the intermediately tolerant (IT), moderately tolerant (MT), tolerant (T) and sensitive (S) categories respectively. Finally, based on the EPI scores, the trees found to be fit for plantations are Ficus religiosa, Madhuca indica, Azadirachta indica, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Mangifera indica, Ficus benghalensis and Syzygium cumini, owing to their placement in Best or Excellent category (81–100%). On the other hand, species like Ziziphus jujuba, Tamarindus indica and Thevetia peruviana can be used as good bio-indicators due to their low EPI scores (31–50%). This work will be highly useful in formulating the management strategy against rising air pollution issues of the developing urban areas.

Pollution Assessment Based on Element Concentration of Tree Leaves and Topsoil in Ayutthaya Province, Thailand.

Atmospheric aerosol particles containing heavy metal contaminants deposit on the surface of plant leaves and the topsoil. Our aim was to reveal the pollution along an industrial–urban–rural gradient (IURG) in the central provinces of Thailand. Leaf samples from Ficus religiosa and Mimusops elengi were collected along with topsoil samples under the selected trees. Al, Ba, Ca, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, Na, Ni, Pb, and Zn concentrations were determined by ICP-OES in soil and plant samples. Soils were not polluted according to the critical value; furthermore, the elemental composition did not differ among the sampling sites of the IURG. The rural site was also polluted due to heavy amounts of untreated wastewater of the adjacent Chao Phraya River. Bioaccumulation factors of Ba, Cu, and Mn was higher than 1, suggesting active accumulation of these elements in plant tissue. Our findings proved that the deposition of air pollutants and the resistance to air pollutants in the case of plant leaves were different and that humus materials of the soils had relevant role in bioaccumulation of Al, Ba, and Cu. At the same time, the geochemical background, the source of pollution, and the local plant species greatly influence the metal content of any given environmental compartment.

Comparative neuropharmacological and Cytotoxic profiles of Alstonia scholaris (L.) and Mimusops elengi (L.) leaves

Mimusops elengi Linn. is traditionally used as antianxiety, cytotoxic, antimicrobial, antioxidants etc. Also, conventionally, Alstonia scholaris Linn. is used in treating cancer, psychosis, nociception etc. The present study was designed to appraise neuropharmacological and cytotoxic potential of M. elengi and A. scholaris leaves. Hole cross and hole board tests were conducted for assessing sedative effect, thiopental sodium induced sleeping time test for hypnotic property, elevated plus maze (EPM) test for anxiolytic potential, tail suspension test for antidepressant effect and finally brine shrimp lethality bioassay for evaluating cytotoxic potential of both extracts. In both hole cress and hole board tests, M. elengi leaves (MEL) displayed greater locomotion reduction compared to A. scholaris leaves (ASL). Besides, in thiopental sodium induced sleeping time and EPM test, both extracts confirmed significant (p < 0.05) hypnotic and anxiolytic potential where MEL showed better effectiveness than ASL. Moreover, an increase in the duration of immobility after oral administration of extracts in tail suspension test depicts no antidepressant effect rather a depressing action. Finally, both extracts exhibited potent cytotoxic property in brine shrimp lethality bioassay where the LC50 values for ASL and MEL were 61.85 and 67.2 µg/ml, respectively. So, ASL and MEL extracts revealed significant neuropharmacological impact as well as impressive cytotoxic potential that justify the traditional uses of both plants.

Optical, Structural, and Antimicrobial Study of Gold nanoparticles Synthesized Using an Aqueous Extract of Mimusops elengi Raw Fruits

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) has been synthesized via a green route using an aqueous extract of Mimusops elengi raw fruits. The phytochemicals of the fruit help in stabilizing and capping of the nanoparticles. The formation and stability of the synthesized samples has been explained based on results that we obtain from UV-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR) spectroscopy, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Further, the positive results of the antimicrobial test add one more novelty to this work. The axiom of this work is the synthesis of stable AuNPs without using any external stabilizing or reducing agents. The formation of AuNPs with the help of photochemical present in Mimusops elengi is yet another important aspect of this work, which provides an eco-friendly method for the synthesis of AuNPs, which can be used extensively because of its non-hazardous condition.

A natural dye extracted from the leaves of Mimusops Elengi Linn and its dyeing properties on cotton and silk fabrics

In this study, the dyeing properties of a natural dye, extracted from the leaves of mimusops elengi Linn, on cotton and silk fabric were examined. Leaves are always an attractive choice as a raw material for natural dyes since they are readily available and reproducible compare to other parts of the plant without damaging the trees. The dye component in leaves of mimusops elengi is easily extractable by aqueous extraction process and the amount of achievable crude dye is exceptionally good. The dye extracts itself as well as mixing with various mordant including a natural one were applied to the fabrics by using pre-, simultaneous- and post-mordanting techniques. Impressive results were found for the color strength and fastness properties of dyed fabrics. Various shades and excellent color fastness of dyed samples were observed. Therefore, the eco-friendly natural dye extracted from the leaves of mimusops elengi can be an attractive choice for dying the cotton and silk fabrics with various elegant shades.

Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial activity of 3% naocl, 0.5 % metronidazole,12.5% curcuma longa and 25% mimusops elengi against enterococcus faecalis-an in vitro study

Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial activity of 3% naocl, 0.5 % metronidazole,12.5% curcuma longa and 25% mimusops elengi against enterococcus faecalis-an in vitro study - IJCE- Print ISSN No: - 2581-9534 Online ISSN No:- 2581-8988 Article DOI No:- 10.18231/j.ijce.2020.005, IP Indian Journal of Conservative and End

Quantitative Evaluation of Macro and Micronutrients in Averrhoa bilimbi, Mimusops elengi and Carissa carandas Fruits of Bangladesh

In present study, a quantitative evaluation of macro and micronutrients in Averrhoa bilimbi, Mimusops elengi and Carissa carandas tropical fruits have been presented. Concentration of the nutrients namely calcium, chromium, manganese, iron, nickel, zinc and two toxic heavy metals cadmium and lead present in the fruits are used as traditional folk medicines in Bangladesh were determined by flame atomic absorption spectrometric method. The concentration of the elements for Averrhoa bilimbi was found to be followed by the order as: Ca (1.98 ppm) &gt; Fe (0.515) &gt; Zn (0.080) &gt; Mn (0.038) &gt; Cr (0.006) &gt; Pb (0.004) &gt; Ni (0.0016) &gt; and Cd (0.0015 ppm), respectively. The order for that of Mimusops elengi was found to be as: Ca (3.175 ppm) &gt; Fe (0.784) &gt; Zn (0.049) &gt; Mn (0.038) &gt; Pb (0.008) &gt; Ni (0.008) &gt; Cd (0.003) &gt; Cr (0.001 ppm) and the same issue for the Carissa carandas was found to be Ca (4.277 ppm) &gt; Fe (0.676) &gt; Zn (0.040) &gt; Mn (0.040) &gt; Pb (0.005) &gt; Ni (0.004) &gt; Cr (0.002) &gt; Cd (0.0009 ppm), respectively. From the obtained results, the analyzed fruits might be an admirable natural source of nutrients Ca, Fe and Zn. Concentration of toxic elements Pb and Cd found to be of very few ppb levels and should not be considered as toxic in consumption by human beings.

Physicochemical, Phytochemical screening and HPTLC Fingerprinting Analysis of Ethanolic extract of Mimusops elengi Linn. leaves

Herbs possess several phytochemicals and defence mechanisms to safeguard us against numerous illnesses. The present research study was performed to examine the presence of secondary metabolites and establish HPTLC fingerprinting of Mimusops elengi Linn. The Physiochemical and Phytochemical screening was analysed for various extracts by using standard procedures, and analysis of HPTLC fingerprinting was achieved for the identification of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponin and steroids in the ethanolic extract of Mimusops elengi Linn. Leaves (EMEL). The phytochemical screening confirms the existence of secondary metabolites in different plant extracts of Mimusops elengi Linn. The study exposed the existence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponin and steroids in the EMEL. Based on the study, it is decided that Mimusops elengi Linn. leaves have phytochemicals like alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponin and steroids

The Recognition of Fragrant Plant Characteristic in Enhancing the Place Image for Royal Town of Kuala Kangsar, Perak

In Malay art, a flower or Bunga expressed about the beauties and aesthetics. At the same time, the fragrant plant belief to be a representative of paradise, which have a pleasant fragrance. It is observed that the used of aromatic plants has been a practices in Perak's royal ceremonies. This paper aims to identify the qualitative response on the recognition of the fragrant plant to support the reinforcement of place image of Kuala Kangsar as Royal Town of Perak. The results reveal that Lotus (Nelumbo), Melur (Jasminum), and Tanjong (Mimusops elengi) are mostly associated with Royal Town Kuala Kangsar, Perak. (100 words max.)Keywords: Fragrant plant; Place Image, Royal TowneISSN: 2398-4287 © 2019. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning &amp; Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v4i12.1874