Phytochemical screening and TLC studies of leaves and petioles of Oroxylum indicum (L.) Kurz an endangered ethno medicinal tree

Screening of phytochemicals was performed on leaves and petioles of Oroxylum indicum. Inorder to analyse the various biologically active compounds. Standard procedures developed by Trease & Evans (1989) and Harborne (1998) were followed for the analysis. Analysis of phyto constituents on various extracts of different parts of the plant revealed the presence of flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, tannins, glycosides, sterols, fats and oils in high, moderate and low concentrations. These biologically active compounds can be used in the treatment of various diseases.