The leaves are heart shaped, 1020 cm long and broad, palmately lobed with 57 lobes. This file contains additional information such as exif metadata which may have been added by the digital camera, scanner, or software program used to create or digitize it. In saudi arabia, seeds are also used to flavour soups. Okra bast, a multicellular fiber was analyzed and the estimated average chemical compositions of obf abelmoschus esculentus variety are 67. Preliminary characterization of abelmoschus esculentus. Abelmoschus esculentus, commonly called okra, is native to tropical africa and asia. The species is hermaphrodite has both male and female organs and is pollinated by insects. Abelmoschus esculentus seeds oil was solvent extracted and analyzed for its physicochemical properties i. Abel moschus esculentus, this study is aimed at investigating.
Okra is a multipurpose crop due to its various uses of the fresh leaves, buds, flowers, pods, stems and seeds. Abelmoschus esculentus introduction the use of the medicinal plants is increasing in many countries where 35% of drugs contain natural products. This comprehensive account provides a botanical description of the plant, its phytochemical. Effect of poultry manure and npk fertilizer on the growth and yield of okra abelmoschus esculentus l moench type. Ameliorating effects of okra abelmoschus esculentus seed oil on. Cutting knives, pans, tanks, and so on must be kept free from conditions that tend to take iron into solution, as iron darkens. Traditional asian and african medicine use immature okra fruits abelmoschus esculentus as mucilaginous food to combat gastritis. Moencha widely cultivated vegetable crop in nigeria 1452. The growth parameters evaluated were, plant height, number of internodes stem. The roots are very rich in mucilage, having a strongly demulcent action. Journal of food gemede et al, food process echnol 21. Investigation of in vivo antioxidant property of abelmoschus.
It isalso known as ladys finger, is flowering plant in the mallow family. Review phytochemical, nutritional and pharmacological. Experiments were conducted to evaluate the performances of two okra varieties viz. Physicochemical properties of abelmoschus esculentus seed oil. It is grown for harvest of its edible fruitseed pods which are perhaps best noted as the signature ingredient in gumbo. Scorpion bite calcium deficiency fresh root jagtap et al. A study on the effect of npk and poultry manure on the growth and yield of okra abelmoschus esculentus one sandy loam soil was carried out at imo state university research and demonstration farm, imo state university owerri. The report on to the research reveals a significant anticancer activity at different concentrations of the sample solution. Okra is a multipurpose crop due to its various uses of the fresh. Antiadhesive properties of abelmoschus esculentus okra. They are said by some to be better than marsh mallow althaea officinalis. It is not so well suited to temperate areas, though varieties have been developed that can be grown successfully with a growing season of around 6 months. Abelmoschus esculentus okra world of flowering plants.
Pdf an overview on okra abelmoschus esculentus and its. A fibre obtained from the stems is clear that the main constituents of obf are a. Okra or okro abelmoschus esculentus, known in many englishspeaking countries as ladies. The plant is cultivated in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions around the world. This file is licensed under the creative commons attributionshare alike 3. Gas chromatographic analysis of abelmoschus esculentus seeds oil showed that unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid 41. Okra is a one of the traditional plant scientifically known as. The efficacy of a lectin from abelmoschus esculentus depends. A fibre obtained from the stems is clear that the main constituents of obf are acellulose, used as a substitute for jute. The present study was designed to evaluate the central nervous system cns depressant and analgesic activity of the methanolic extract of abelmoschus esculentus root maer. Pdf functional properties of okra abelmoschus esculentus. It is fried or roasted and has a flavour similar to sesame seeds272. It has various other edible and medicinal uses as well as being the source of a good fibre. It plays an important role in the human diet and is a good source of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, calcium, potassium, enzymes, and total minerals which are often lacking in the diet of developing country.
Moench is an important vegetable crop cultivated in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions around the world. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in. The acid value, moisture content and iodine value were 1. Abelmoschus esculentus okra, a flowering plant belongs. The finding of this study suggested that abelmoschus esculentus possesses good cns depressant activity along with high analgesic activity. If the file has been modified from its original state, some details such as the timestamp may not fully reflect those of the original file. In india, it ranks number one in its consumption but its original home is ethiopia and sudan, and northeastern african countries. The evaluation of interactions between biologically active compounds and other components of the food matrix can be.
Commonly grown as fruit vegetable in delhi and other parts of india. It originates from ethiopia and is widely spread all over tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions of the world. Pdf an overview on okra abelmoschus esculentus and it. A study on the effect of npk and poultry manure on the growth and yield of okra abelmoschus esculentus one sandy loam soil was carried out at imo state university research and. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of abelmoschus esculentus lectin ael in reducing formalininduced temporomandibular joint inflammatory hypernociception in rats. Another edible okra species, abelmoschus caillei a. Abstract okra abelmoschus esculentus is an economically important vegetable crop grown in tropical and subtropical parts of the world.
It is in flower from july to september, and the seeds ripen from august to october. So the pretreatment of mice with aqueous and methanolic seed extracts of abelmoschus esculentus 200 mgkg, p. Stevels, occurs in the humid parts of west and central. Its medicinal usage has been reported in the traditional systems of medicine such as ayurveda, siddha and unani. Okra turinysrodyti morfologinis aprasymas k taikomoji reiksme paplitimas aptinkama salyse. Nutritional properties of abelmoschus esculentus as. Moench as a valuable vegetable of the world sorapong benchasri. Its most widespread use is in flavouring coffee and tea, mainly in islamic countries of the middle east and adjoining regions.
Okra abelmoschus esculentus is used in folk medicine in the management of diabetes, diarrhea and inflammation. Abelmoschus moschatus musk mallow,musk okra pfaf plant. Medicinal plants are believed to be safer and proved elixir in the treatment of various ailments. Abelmoschus esculentus is traditionally well known for its versatile uses. Abelmoschus esculentus, physicochemical properties, unsaturated acid, musa balbisiana colla. Table 1 ethnomedicinal uses of some members of the genus abelmoschus. The fruits are rich in minerals and vitamins while the stem bark yields fibre. Industrially, okra mucilage is usually used for glace paper production and also has a confectionery use. Fruits of abelmoschus esculentus are cylindrical to pyramidal, whereas fruits of abelmoschus caillei are ovoid. How to make okra water for treating diabetes evidence based. Cns depressant and analgesic activities of okra abelmoschus. Okra is a group of vegetable and medicinal plants possessing various health benefits.
Pdf antioxidant and antidiabetic properties of abelmoschus. An illustrated compilation of philippine medicinal plants by dr godofredo stuart, with botanical information, chemical properties and folkloric uses and medicinal studies. The present study was carried out to evaluate the antidiabetic action of ethanolic extract of abelmoschus esculentus in streptozotocin induced diabetic albino rats. It was formerly included within hibiscus, but is now classified as a distinct genus. This species is regarded as a weed outside its natural habitats. Unripe seedpods cooked as a vegetable in much the same way as okra a. Therefore, use of natural dietary sources is proved to be safe for reducing.
This file is licensed under the creative commons attributionshare alike 4. Abelmoschus esculentus is a plant of tropical to warm temperate regions, with most varieties growing well in the lowland humid tropics up to elevations of 1,000 metres. Abelmoschus moschatus musk mallow,musk okra pfaf plant database. Okra and its various applications in drug delivery, food technology. Feb 04, 2019 okra is considered a comfort food by all who love it. Abelmoschus is a genus of about fifteen species belongs to the family malvaceae. Ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological profile of. Abelmoschus esculentus is largely cultivated in northeastern brazil for medicinal purposes, e.
Okra a commercial vegetable crop belongs to family malvaceae. The plant is widely distributed from africa to asia, southern europe, and america. Abelmoschus esculentus is a annual growing to 1 m 3ft 3in. The large, yellow, hibiscuslike flowers are 48 cm diameter. Nutritional quality and health benefits of okra abelmoschus. Condiment oil young leaves and shoots cooked in soups183, 272. Pdf functional properties of okra abelmoschus esculentus l. The main features of the okra, abelmoschus esculentus l. The herb, popularly known as ladys finger or okra in english is a nutritional source used for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Although okra or abelmoschus esculentus sometimes referred to as lady fingers,bamia or bhindi is often served fried and battered, it is quite the healthy food and boasts many health benefits when prepared without a beerbattering and deepfrying. Young leaves and shoots are used as a vegetable in soups.
The species is hermaphrodite has both male and female organs and is pollinated by bees. Different parts of this plant used in the extensively in traditional medicine as antidiabetic, diuretic, and anticancer. Bioprospecting potential of abelmoschus esculentus for access. Characterization of phytochemicals and yield components in various okra abelmoschus esculentus genotypes. Okra abelmoschus esculentus is an economically important vegetable crop grown in tropical and subtropical parts of the world. Abelmoschus esculentus okra is an important medicinal plant of tropical and subtropical india.
Perhaps the most wellknown characteristic of okra is its sticky center, which is often identified as a negative characteristic because when okra is cooked it can become gooey. Abelmoschus moschatus is an aromatic and medicinal plant that has been widely introduced across tropical, subtropical and temperate regions of the world. This plant has different shapes, colors and nutritional content. The efficacy of a lectin from abelmoschus esculentus. Characterization of phytochemicals and yield components in. Its effectiveness is due to polysaccharides that inhibit the adhesion of helicobacter pylori to stomach tissue. Plant ethnomedicinal use part used reference abelmoschus ficulneus linn. Singh 2n 58, a wild species from india, and a species with 2n 72 chromosomes possibly abelmoschus ficulneus l. Abelmoschus esculentus linn belong to the family mallow, having rich nutritional value and proved to have many therapeutic uses. So the pretreatment of mice with aqueous and methanolic seed extracts of a. Linn belong to the family mallow, having rich nutritional value and proved to have many therapeutic uses. The present study investigates the antiadhesive effect in mechanistic detail. Bioactive components beneficial properties focused on antidiabetic rolefor sustainable health.
Abelmoschus esculentus an overview sciencedirect topics. Malvaceae is cultivated throughout the tropical and warm temperate regions of the world for its fibrous fruits containing round, white seeds. The two okra species can be quite reliably but not with absolute certainty recognized on the basis of fruit form. It has repeatedly escaped from cultivation to become naturalized, primarily in cultivated, ruderal and seminatural areas. Malvaceae is an annual or perennial herb, growing to 2 m tall. An external file that holds a picture, illustration, etc. Abelmoschus is a genus of about fifteen species of flowering plants in the mallow family, native to tropical africa, asia and northern australia. Abelmoschus moschatus is a perennial growing to 2 m 6ft by 1 m 3ft 3in at a fast rate. Sprain roots patil and bhaskar, 2006 abelmoschus esculentus linn. The genus name derives from arabian meaning father of musk or source of musk referring to the scented seeds. The flowers of abelmoschus esculentus was tested for its anticancer activity against liver cancer hepg2 cell line by mtt assay. Good hygiene must be maintained at all times to pack okra of good quality.
Moench is one of the important vegetable having better dietary value with medicinal and industrial importance. Bioprospecting potential of abelmoschus esculentus for. Consequence on these immense domestic and medicinal values of. Okra abelmoschus esculentus, also called hibiscus esculentus, also known as ladies fingers, bhindi, bamia, or gumbo, is a flowering plant valued for its edible green seed pods figure 1. This vegetable can be a part of medical nutrition therapy. Ameliorating effects of okra abelmoschus esculentus seed oil on hypercholesterolemia. Effect of crude oilcontaminated soil on germination and. Ethnomedicinal, phytochemical and pharmacological profile. Gum of the abelmoschus esculentus pods has been reported to have binder potential for tablet formulations1, mucilage of abelmoschus esculentus may be used as a pharmaceutical adjuvant and as a suspending agent at 4%wv in paracetamol suspension2. A study on the effect of npk and poultry manure on the growth and yield of okra abelmoschus esculentus one sandy loam soil was carried out at imo state. Medicinal plants are the natures gift to human being to have diseasefree healthy life. Abelmoschus esculentus, breeding, composition, cultivation practice, diseases, insects, okra.
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