PHARMACOGNOSTIC STUDY AND DEVELOPMENT OF QUALITY CONTROL PARAMETERS FOR THE BIJA OF CAKRAMARDA - (Seed of Cassia tora Linn.)

Abstract

Cakramarda is commonly known as Ringworm plant which has great therapeutic potential and significant Pharmacological Activity. The drug was described and found extensively in Vedas, Samhitas and Nighantus mentioned along with the dietic preparations and its therapeutic indications. The Great Indian Medicinal Science-Ayurveda, mentions it’s use in various diseases mainly Dadru Kushtha (Fungal infection). The study was carried out on Bronchial Asthma in Department of Dravyaguna, at S.V.Ayurvedic College, Tirupati, which showed Phenomenal results in Bronchial Asthma. Basically, in traditional folklore medicine the Cassia tora Linn. seeds were used in the form of herbal tea as a strength promoter. As it is known to exhibit anti-fungal, anti-asthmatic, anti-helmintic, anti-oxidant, anti-microbial and hepato - protective properties it is known as most valuable medicinal plant. The Pharmacognositcal study of Cassia tora Linn. seed i.e., Cakramarda Bija was carried out at the SDM College UDIPI. The complete assessment of the Microscopic, Macroscopic evaluation of Cakramarda Seed and the Powder microscopy showed the presence of oil globules and aleurone grains. The Physico-chemical studies carried out were as per API standards except for the Total Ash. The detailed work is furnished in full paper.