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Phytochemical Components of San Francisco (Codiaeum variegatum) Species |
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| Creator | Florieza M. Mangubat |
| Title | Phytochemical Components of San Francisco (Codiaeum variegatum) Species |
| Publisher | Phetchaburi Rajabhat University |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | Interdisciplinary Research Review (IRR) |
| Journal Vol. | 20 |
| Journal No. | 5 |
| Page no. | 1-9 |
| Keyword | Codiaeum variegatum, Phytochemical components, Victoria Gold Bell, Petra Croton, Red Iceton Croton, Oakleaf Croton, Croton Super California |
| URL Website | https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jtir |
| Website title | Interdisciplinary Research Review (IRR) |
| ISSN | 2697-536X |
| Abstract | This study examined the phytochemical composition of five Codiaeum variegatum cultivars: ‘Victoria Gold Bell’, ‘Petra’, ‘Red Iceton’, ‘Oakleaf’, and ‘Super California’ collected in Tuburan, Cebu, Philippines. Methanolic extracts from leaves and stems were analyzed using standard phytochemical screening to identify secondary metabolites. Results showed the presence of saponins, tannins, alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, phytosterols, and phenols, though their distribution varied by cultivar and plant part. These bioactive compounds are associated with antimicrobial, anticancer, antioxidant, antidiarrheal, and anthelmintic properties, suggesting that C. variegatum may serve as a potential source of therapeutic agents. The consistent detection of alkaloids, phenols, and flavonoids supports the traditional applications of the plant in treating gastrointestinal, dermatological, and infectious conditions. However, the toxic nature of some cultivars underscores the need for caution in promoting their use for household or medicinal purposes. While the findings provide baseline evidence of the biomedical potential of C. variegatum, further pharmacological and toxicological validation is essential to ensure safe application in pharmaceutical or biocontrol contexts. |
