Phytochemical analysis of plant extracts plays a crucial role in identifying and quantifying the bioactive compounds present in plants. This study aimed to perform a comprehensive qualitative and quantitative analysis of phytochemicals in Bauhinia Racemosa plant extract. The qualitative analysis involved identifying various classes of phytochemicals, such asphenols, flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids, tannins and terpenoids. Different chemical tests were employed to confirm the presence of these compounds. The color change or precipitation observed during the tests indicated the presence of specific phytochemicals. In addition to qualitative analysis, a quantitative analysis was performed to determine the concentration of the key phytochemicals present in the plant extract such as Flavonoids, alkaloids and saponins. The results obtained from the qualitative analysis revealed the presence of phenols, flavonoids, saponins, alkaloids, tannins, terpenoids, phlobatannins, anthraquinones, glycosides and steroids in the plant extract. Moreover, the quantitative analysis demonstrated the predominant presence and concentration of specific phytochemicals. This study not only provides valuable information about the phytochemical composition of the Bauhinia Racemosa plant extract but also contributes to the understanding of its potential therapeutic or pharmacological properties. The findings of this analysis can be further utilized for developing drugs, functional foods, or dietary supplements with specific phytochemical profiles. This study also revealed that the Bauhinia racemosa leave extracts can serve as an antifungal and antibacterial agent.

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