STUDIES ON TELFAIRIA OCCIDENTALIS (FLUTED PUMPKIN) AND THE CHARACTERIZATION OF FIXED OILS FROM THE SEEDS

Abstract

The macroscopical and microscopical characters of the leaf, stem and root of Telfaria occidentalis are reported. ash value, extractive value, moisture content and some numerical constants of the leaf were determined. Phytgochemical analysis of the various parts of the plants was also done. The fixed oil from the seed was extracted and some of its properties determined.


Key Words: Telfairia occidentalis, Cucurbitaceae, macroscopy, microscopy, characterization, fixed oil


Nig. J. Nat Prod. And Med. Vol.4 2000: 37-42