GC–MS Based Phytochemical Characterization of Callicarpa tomentosa (L.) L. Stem Powder

Author(s): Dipali Samir Warange and Vijay S. Chavan

Abstract:

Medicinal plants are an invaluable source of bioactive secondary metabolites with therapeutic potential. Callicarpa tomentosa is traditionally used in folk medicine for the treatment of infections, inflammation, and various ailments, yet its phytochemical profile remains underexplored. The present study aims to identify and characterize the phytochemical constituents present in the stem powder of Callicarpa tomentosa using Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC–MS). GC–MS analysis revealed the presence of twenty-four phytochemical compounds belonging to diverse chemical classes, including phenolics, steroids, alkaloids, fatty acid esters, sulfone derivatives, siloxanes, and heterocyclic compounds. Major constituents included 2-chloroethyl methyl sulfoxide (21.57%), solasonine (4.57%), dimethylmalonic acid derivatives (4.83%), purine derivatives (4.15%), and di-n-decylsulfone (3.45%). Many of the identified compounds are known for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and pharmacological activities. The results highlight the medicinal significance of Callicarpa tomentosa stems and provide scientific support for their traditional use.

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