Scholars International Journal of Biochemistry (SIJB)
Volume-8 | Issue-04 | 218-222
Original Research Article
Assay of Bioactive Constituents of Baphia nitida
Paul Chukwudi Osunwa, Oliver Uchenna Enete
Published : Dec. 19, 2025
Abstract
The phytochemicals, minerals and vitamins compositions of Baphia nitida leaves were determined using standard methods of chemical analysis. The results of the determination revealed that B. nitida leaves contain high amount of phytochemicals which suggest that the plant leaves can be explored in drug discoveries and treatment of diseases in pharmaceutical industries. The results of the mineral compositions of the plant part showed that the plant is rich in minerals which helps in cellular metabolism. On the other hand, the plant part was found to contain high amount of Ascorbic acid and β-Carotene which as antioxidants, can help in the balancing of oxidative stress in the body.