Phytochemical analysis of Guazuma ulmifolia Lam., leaves & fruits (Malvaceae)

Guazuma ulmifolia, a plant species with traditional medicinal uses, was 
subjected to phytochemical screening to identify its bioactive compounds. Leaves and 
fruits of the plant were extracted using n-hexane, ethanol, and aqueous solvents, and the 
extracts were analysed for the presence of various bioactive compounds. The results 
showed that the leaves and fruits of G. ulmifolia contain a range of bioactive compounds, 
including tannins, saponins, phenols, reducing sugars, and alkaloids. The study provides 
valuable information on the phytochemical composition of G. ulmifolia, which could be 
useful for the development of new medicinal products and pharmacological applications.