Phytochemical Analysis and Antimicrobial Activity of Cinnamomum Verum

Content Number: 21
Author Name: Umair Hassan
Author I’d: SBPWNC – A21
Educational Institution: University of Swabi, Pakistan
Content Title: Phytochemical Analysis and Antimicrobial Activity of Cinnamomum Verum

CHAPTER-I

INTRODUCTION

The spice plant Cinnamomum verum (CV) is widely known for its pharmacological and therapeutic qualities (Pathak,et al.2021). Cinnamomum verum, which belongs to the Lauraceae family, is grown throughout Asia, with Southern India and Sri Lanka serving as notable production centers. Known by many as cinnamon, this ancient folk plant is also common in places like China, Russia, and Korea (El-Desoky et al. 2012).Various cultures all across the world have been using cinnamon for ages.The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that over 80% of people worldwide get their primary medical care from traditional medicines (Chhetri et al.2008).There are two primary types of it, and various studies have shown that it offers a variety of therapeutic benefits, such as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, blood sugar-regulating, cardiovascular support, cognitive enhancement, and anticancer effects (Ouattara, et al.1997, Gruenwald et al. 2010). Cinnamon is valued in the traditional Chinese system as a strong neuroprotective agent.( Gruenwald et al.2010). as well as a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes (Gruenwald et al.2010). Naturally occurring, physiologically active substances called phytochemicals are present in plants. These substances make medicinal plants useful for promoting healing and curing a variety of human illnesses (Venkatachalam,&Jyothiprabha 2016). Cinnamomum leaves and bark are typically employed as flavoring and seasoning agents in food (Schmidt, E et al.2006). Cinnamon is abundant in alkaloids, flavonoids, and terpenoids, according to phytochemical study. CV contains a variety of chemical compounds, including aldehydes, alcohols, esters, phenols, acids, monoterpenes, diterpenes, sesquiterpenes, benzopyrones, hydrocarbons, and flavonoids (Pathak,et al.2021).

The presence of cinnamon aldehyde may be the cause of the antibacterial action displayed by the cinnamon extracts (Gajbhiye, N& Koyande, 2022.).Research has also been done on the effects of cinnamon extract on Salmonella typhi and Escherichia coli. (Gajbhiye.N&Koyande,2022). The potent antibacterial activity was examined at 100 mg/ml of cinnamon methanolic extract, with a zone of inhibition of 20.67±0.58 mm against E. coli and 24.57±0.58 mm against Salmonella typhi (Gajbhiye.N&Koyande,2022).

CHAPTER-II

MATERIALS AND METHODS

1. Sample collection of CV
2. Preparation of Extract        
3. Phytochemical analysis
4. Antimicrobial activity 
5. Data analysis

CHAPTER-III

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

This research will contribute to our expanding understanding of natural agents and their possible applications in medicine. There is an urgent need to investigate new sources of antibacterial chemicals due to the rise in antibiotic resistance. The results of this study may promote the use of CV as a secure and efficient substitute for synthetic antibiotics in the treatment of infections, hence improving public health.

CHAPTER-IV

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