Phytochemical assessment of Eichhornia crassipes from River Nun, Nigeria
Abstract
Eichhornia crassipes is an invasive, free floating aquatic herb with adventurous root system. They constitute nuisance in the water ways. This study evaluated the qualitative phytochemical concentration of Eichhornia crassipes from River Nun, Nigeria. The study found that tannins and alkaloids are high present, glycosides and saponins and flavonoids are moderately present in most of the samples. This study confirms that Eichhornia crassipes from River Nun could be used for antimicrobial and chemotherapeutic agent.
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