This study evaluated the subacute antidiabetic, in vivo antioxidant and oral glucose tolerance test ogtt effects of the methanolic extract of ficus glumosa stem bark on alloxaninduced hyperglycaemic rats. The wasp larvae feed on shortstyled female flowers or, in the male figs of the dioecious species, on specialized gall sterile female flowers. Hypolipidemic and antiatherogenic effect of aqueous. Media in category ficus glumosa the following 6 files are in this category, out of 6 total. The ormyrus species could be parasitoids or inquilines of eurytomidae or epichrysomallinae that instigated. This study was aimed at investigating the methanol extract of the stem back of ficus glumosa for antidiarrhoeal activity using castor oil induced diarrhoea in mice. Research article diuretic activity of the aqueous extract. Acute and subchronic oral toxicity assessment of the aqueous extract leaves of ficus glumosa del. Ficus glumosa belongs to the family moraceae and the genus ficus. Youll find a form to suit your needs among growth habits ranging from creeping vine to giant tree. Browse pictures and read growth cultivation information about mountain rock fig ficus glumosa supplied by member gardeners in the plantfiles database at daves garden. Ficus glumosa moraceae is a small to properties of f. Moraceae article pdf available in journal of the brazilian chemical society 233. Pdf antioxidant and antikindling effect of tapinanthus.
Pdf experiments were carried out to validate the use of f. Ficus ingens commonly called fig is a plant of high medicinally values possessing. The heartshaped or lanceolate, dull green leaves are hairless and leathery, with conspicuous yellow. Moreover, they had free access to food pellets from solutes are removed in a.
Most species prefer perhumid forest, but several are found in areas with a monsoon climate and in teak forest, including locations where the soil dries out. Corrosion inhibition and adsorption behaviour for mild steel by ficus glumosa gum in h2so4 solution. Ficus species in the human diet have been extensively documented by. Ficus glumosa belongs to the family moraceae and is commonly called african rock fig. The present study was undertaken to isolate gum from the plant of grevillea robusta, to explore its use as a pharmaceutical excipient. The proximate composition showed that moisture content of the fresh samples ranged from 68. Pdf ficus glumosa, commonly known as the fig tree or african rock fig is a plant with. A copy of the license is included in the section entitled gnu free documentation license. Department of agriculture agricultural research service. Ficus glumosa is a fastgrowing tree in arid areas and can even grow much faster in areas where a higher rainfall is experienced. Diuretic activity of the aqueous extract leaves of ficus. The isolated gum was evaluated for various physicochemical.
Aerial roots descend from the branches, touch the ground and take root, eventually forming numerous sturdy trunks which. Ficus glumosa is a small to mediumsized tree with 5 to 10 m tall. Molecules 2011, 16 5153 to our knowledge this work represents the first gcms analysis of the essential oil of l. This document is enh411, one of a series of the environmental horticulture department, ufifas extension. Chemical constituents and protective effect of ficus ingens miq. Moraceae ficus glumosa delile leaves were obtained from muva village in mubi north local government area of adamawa state.
Fig species are characterized by their unique inflorescence and distinctive pollination syndrome, which uses wasp species belonging to the family agaonidae. Ficus is a pantropical genus of trees, shrubs, and vines occupying a wide variety of ecological niches. The gums are common constituents of plants, being used in pharmaceutical and in other various industries due to their abundance in nature, safety and low cost. A web site containing information about the flora of zimbabwe. Please note that this is a trial program and may end. Care for the ficus bonsai tree retusa ginseng bonsai.
Ficus ingens is an evergreen tree with a briefly deciduous period, is up to 10 m, occasionally higher, with a rounded or spreading crown and with a spread of up to 30 m wide. Ficus glumosa is indigenous to the tropical and subtropical africa including nigeria sastrava et al. Its glossy leaves grow in a variety of colors and patterns. Diuretic activity of the aqueous extract leaves of ficus glumosa del. Ficus is one of the most loved bonsai for many reasons. Ceramides and cytotoxic constituents from ficus glumosa del. Many medicinal plants showed relative toxicity or were not toxic when administered in acute or subacute treatment in. The ficus bonsai tree is an indoor bonsai which cannot endure frost. Ficus glumosa delile is an accepted name this name is the accepted name of a species in the genus ficus family moraceae. Atherosclerosis is a disease in which frequency increases with age. The macerate was filtered through whatman filter paper no. Preparation of the aqueous extract of ficus glumosa del.
Ficus glumosa is a shrub with creeping stem found in rocky beds of fastflowing streams that are exposed to two alternate environments. Read hypolipidemic and antiatherogenic effect of aqueous extract leaves of ficus glumosa moraceae in rats, experimental gerontology on deepdyve, the largest online rental service for scholarly research with thousands of academic publications available. Ficus species also produce white latex like commonly see in the moraceae. The bark is grey, smooth and becomes cracked in older specimens. National list of indigenous trees occuring in south africa. Ceramides and cytotoxic constituents from ficus glumosa. Read hypolipidaemic and haematological evaluation of the hydromethanolic extract of ficus glumosa stem bark in alloxaninduced diabetic rats, journal of complementary and integrative medicine on deepdyve, the largest online rental service for scholarly research with thousands of academic publications available at your fingertips. National list of indigenous trees for identification purposes in south africa, with the latest version on download of indigenous trees national list. General information african rock fig is a small to mediumsized tree, usually growing 5 10 metres tall, though it may become a large tree reaching 24 metres and 50cm in diameter. Pdf effects of ethanol leaf extract of ficus glumosa on fasting. Proximate and phytochemical composition of some lesser. The experiments were performed under the same conditions with two synthetic pharmacological diuretics considered as check furosemide and amiloride hydrochlorothiazide. And even though this cousin of the edible fig is a tropical plant, it survives in a wide variety of conditions.
Access is allocated within two business days of purchase and lasts one year. The effect of ethanol extract of african ficus glumosa leaf on liver. This member of the moraceae family was given this name by alire raffeneau delile in 1826. This study was aimed at investigating the methanol extract of the stem back of ficus glumosa for.
It can be kept outside in summer, if temperatures are above 15 degrees c 59f and it needs lots of light full sun is ideal, in the house as well as outside if the tree is exposed to the ultraviolet radiation. It is an excellent tree for beginners, as most species of ficus are fast growers, tolerant of most any soil and light conditions, make fine indoor bonsai, and perhaps most importantly, are remarkably forgiving of those just learning bonsai watering techniques. The first lesions appear at the young subject during adolescence. Pdf corrosion inhibition and adsorption behaviour for. His return trip to cape town took more than 2 years. Specific bonsai care guidelines for the ficus bonsai. Ficus glumosa delile is an accepted name this name is the accepted name of a. Ficus proves itself a versatile and tough houseplant. Leaves of ficus glumosa are used in northern cameroon and southern chad for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, as food and as a stimulant for milk production in both women and animals. Ficus species are common and form an important element of lowland rain forest, both as canopy and understorey trees. Research article open access evaluation of the inhibition of carbohydrate hydrolysing enzymes, antioxidant activity and polyphenolic content of extracts of ten african ficus species moraceae used traditionally to treat diabetes oyinlola o olaokun1,3, lyndy j mcgaw1, jacobus n eloff1 and vinny naidoo1,2 abstract.
Figs are present at some stage of development throughout the year within nearly all populations of ficus, thus ensuring the survival of the fig wasps, which are shortlived after leaving the figs. Chemical investigation of the stem bark of ficus glumosa moraceae yielded. Ormyrus ormyridae leaf petiole leaf bud galls ormyrus species ormyridae have been reared from these petiole leaf bud galls on ficus glumosa, but they may or may not be the primary gall former. The present study aims to investigate the antikindling and antioxidant activity of the aqueous extract of t. Tapinanthus globiferus growing on ficus glumosa is a plant used locally for the treatment of epilepsy. Research article open access evaluation of the inhibition. It if found in most of africa, growing in grit or other well drained soil with some water and some to lots of sun. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Experiments were carried out to validate the use of f. Permission is granted to copy, distribute andor modify this document under the terms of the gnu free documentation license, version 1. The effects of this extract on perfused isolated rabbit ileum were also evaluated. Research article corrosion inhibition of mild steel in 1moll 1 hcl using gum exudates of azadirachta indica malarvizhimanickam, 1 dheenadhayalansivakumar, 2 brindhathirumalairaj, 2 andmallikajaganathan 2 department of chemistry, sri gvg visalakshi college for women, udumalpet, india. Phytochemical analysis and in vitro antimicrobial and free.
The ormyrus species could be parasitoids or inquilines of eurytomidae or epichrysomallinae that instigated the gall. Ficus benjamina weeping fig page 3 residential planting unless it is used as a hedge or figure 3. Request pdf on researchgate on mar 15, 2015, a kwazo h and others published screening of crude water extract of the stem bark of ficus glumosa. Research article diuretic activity of the aqueous extract leaves of ficus glumosa del. This tree does not handle heavy frost well, but it receives quite a lot of credit for coping with the transplanting process. Ficus glumosa in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. Ficus glumosa, hibiscus cannabinus, pterocarpus santalinoides, solanum nigrum and vitex doniana consumed in the northern senatorial district of cross river state, nigeria was determined using standard methods. The excess in free fatty acids found in the insulinresistant state and the associated. Enjoy unrestricted access to all content and features, including. The behaviour of moraceae ficus glumosa delile as a.
Hypolipidaemic and haematological evaluation of the. The extract produced a timedependent decrease in fasting blood. Pdf diuretic activity of the aqueous extract leaves of. Acute and subchronic oral toxicity assessment of the.
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