Author(s):
Biswanath Prusty, Santanu Kumar Hotta, Rabindra Padhy, Ganesh Kumar Sahoo, Samir Kumar Pradhan
Email(s):
biswanath065@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00793 
Address:
Biswanath Prusty*, Santanu Kumar Hotta, Rabindra Padhy, Ganesh Kumar Sahoo, Samir Kumar Pradhan
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohuda, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, Pin - 760002, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 18,
Issue - 11,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Herbal medicines play a significant part in human healthcare. Traditional medical systems including Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and homoeopathy have all used Ficus benghalensis. The fruits, aerial roots, bark, and leaves of the tree are all known to have historical associations with menorrhagia, dysentery, diarrhoea, anti-hemorrhoidal, neurological diseases, and tonic qualities. On the other hand, Ayurveda is mostly recognized for its therapies for diabetes. There are no publications that provide a thorough analysis of the phytochemicals found in F. benghalensis milk latex. The goal of the study is to assess its bioactive components and apply conventional knowledge to understand its biological actions. Extracts of hexane and chloroform from the bark milk latex of F. benghalensis were assessed using a range of physiological and phytochemical tests. Additionally, the spectrophotometric UV-2400PC Series instrument with measurement properties was used to characterize the extract. Wavelength Range (200.00 to 800.00nm) with Medium Scan Speed. And the reaction was enthusiastic and extremely fulfilling.
Cite this article:
Biswanath Prusty, Santanu Kumar Hotta, Rabindra Padhy, Ganesh Kumar Sahoo, Samir Kumar Pradhan. Isolation and Characterization of Ficus benghalensis Linn Milk Latex by using UV Spectrophotometry. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2025;18(11):5502-8. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00793
Cite(Electronic):
Biswanath Prusty, Santanu Kumar Hotta, Rabindra Padhy, Ganesh Kumar Sahoo, Samir Kumar Pradhan. Isolation and Characterization of Ficus benghalensis Linn Milk Latex by using UV Spectrophotometry. Research Journal Pharmacy and Technology. 2025;18(11):5502-8. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00793 Available on: https://www.rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-18-11-55
REFERENCES:
1. Abdul Khaliq H. A review of pharmacognostic, physicochemical, phytochemical and pharmacological studies on Ficus bengalensis L. Journal of Scientific and Innovative Research [Internet]. 2017; 6(4): 151–63. Available from: www.jsirjournal.com
2. Kumar S, Singh B. An ancient treasure of medicinal properties in Indian medicine Bargad (Ficus benghalensis Linn.). ~ 31 ~ International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine [Internet]. 2020; 4(3). Available from: http://www.unanijournal.com
3. Rehman R, Kmail A, Asif F, Rahman R, Nisar S, Idrees Jilani M. Banyan tree-the sacred medicinal tree with potential health and pharmacological benefits [Internet]. 2018. Available from: www.iscientific.org/Journal.html
4. Pharmacognostic, Phytochemical, Pharmacological Potential on Banyan Tree (Ficus bengalensis L.) [Internet]. Available from: www.ijppr.humanjournals.com
5. Yadav S, Sharma V, Kulshreshtha M, Goswami M, Rao C V. Elucidation of Analgesic and Antipyretic activities of Ficus bengalensis linn. Leaves in rats. 2010.
6. Sabouraud Agar for Fungal Growth Protocols. 2016.
7. Mahajan M, Khandare R, Gangurde H, Gulecha V, Upaganlawar A, Upasani C. Anti-edematogenic and analgesic activities of Ficus benghalensis. Int J Nutr Pharmacol Neurol Dis. 2012;2(2):100.
8. Tahir MM, Rasul A, Riaz A, Batool R, Nageen B, Adnan M, et al. Ficus benghalensis: A plant with potential pharmacological properties, from tradition to pharmacy. Vol. 22, Tropical Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. University of Benin; 2023. p. 2407–13.
9. National tree ficus benghalensis_26.9.14.
10. Vimal Devidas P, Shinde MR. Formulation of Ointment of Banyan Tree Latex. Vol. 9, International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods (IJARESM). 2021.
11. Tulasi C, Lakshmi Narasu M, Saida L. Cytotoxic effect of Ficus religiosa and Ficus benghalensis latex extracts on MCF-7 cell line. International Journal of Scientific Research in Research Paper Biological Sciences [Internet]. 2018;5(6):96–100. Available from: www.isroset.org
12. Chavan SS, Jadhav RS, Kolhe SS, Bhambar RS, Tambe VD. Evaluation of analgesic activity and phytochemical screening of Ficus bengalensis Linn Bark. Scholars Research Library Der Pharmacia Lettre [Internet]. 2015;7(5):22–7. Available from: www.scholarsresearchlibrary.com
13. Murugesu S, Selamat J, Perumal V. Phytochemistry, pharmacological properties, and recent applications of ficus benghalensis and ficus religiosa. Vol. 10, Plants. MDPI; 2021.
14. Mahammad Areef K, Ahmed MM. Antibacterial Activity of Different Leaves and Bark Extracts of Ficus Benghalensis [Internet]. Available from: www.jrmds.in
15. Murti K, Kumar U, Kiran D, Kaushik M. Formulation and evaluation of Ficus benghalensis and Ficus racemosa aqueous extracts. Am J Biochem Biotechnol. 2013 Jun 19;9(3):219–23.
16. Canada. Solubility Rules Chart The life science business of Merck operates as Millipore Sigma in the.
17. Krishna GS, Vali KD. Simple UV Spectrophotometric Estimation of Methocarbamol by Co-Solubilization Technique. Research J Pharm and Tech [Internet]. 2014;7(8). Available from: www.rjptonline.org
18. Article O, Tulasi CDSLN, Rani AS. Screening of Phyto-Chemicals, TLC Profiling, Total Flavonoid and Phenolics Content, Antioxidant Activity And Anti-Microbial Activity of Ficus Benghalensis Linn And Ficus Religiosa Linn Latex.
19. Singh G, Mishra A, Verma A, Mishra AK. Development and Validation of UV Spectrophotometric Method for Estimation of Amlodipine Besylate in Tablet Dosage Form. Research J Pharm and Tech [Internet]. 2012; 5(7). Available from: www.rjptonline.org
20. Sahu S, Kumari K, Muduli NR, Moharana AK. Development of uv spectrophotometry absorption correction method for estimation of curcumin and aspirin from bulk. Res J Pharm Technol. 2019; Oct 1; 12(10):4857–60.
21. Gharge D, Raut C, Dhabale P. Simultaneous Estimation of Aceclofenac and Paracetamol in Solid Dosage Form by UV Spectrophotometry. Research J Pharm and Tech [Internet]. 3(1). Available from: www.rjptonline.org
22. Singh P, Dhankhar J, Kapoor RK, Kumar D, Bhatia S, Al-Harrasi A, et al. Ficus benghalensis—A comprehensive review on pharmacological research, nanotechnological applications, and patents. J Appl Pharm Sci. 2023; 13(10): 59–82.
23. Bhaskara Rao, K. V., Ojha, V., Preeti, Kumar, G., & Karthik, L. (2014). Phytochemical Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Ficus benghalensis (Moraceae) Leaf Extract. Journal of Biologically Active Products from Nature, 4(3), 236–248. https://doi.org/10.1080/22311866.2014.936902
24. Joseph, B., & Raj, J. (2010). Phytopharmacological and phytochemical properties of three ficus species-An overview. International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences, 1.
25. Kumar Verma, V., Sehgal, N., & Prakash, O. (2015). CHARACTERIZATION AND SCREENING OF BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS IN THE EXTRACT PREPARED FROM AERIAL ROOTS OF FICUS BENGHALENSIS. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 6(12), 5056. https://doi.org/10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.6(12).5056-69
26. Murti, K., & Kumar, U. (2012). Antimicrobial Activity of Ficus benghalensis and Ficus racemosa roots L. Current Research in Microbiology, 2, 21–24. https://doi.org/10.3844/ajmsp.2011.21.24
27. Naquvi, K. J., Ali, M., & Ahamad, J. (2015). Two new phytosterols from the stem bark of Ficus bengalensis L. Journal of Saudi Chemical Society, 19(6), 650–654. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jscs.2012.06.006
28. S T, G., & P.K, P. (2015). Ficus benghalensis Linn – The Sacred Indian Medicinal Tree with Potent Pharmacological Remedies. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research, 32, 223–227.