Authors : Dr. Swati Jain; Dr. Nasreen Khan; Sakshi Suryawanshi

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr530

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Abstract : Curcuma aromatica Salisb., commonly referred to as wild turmeric, is extensively recognized in traditional medicinal systems due to its notable pharmacological properties. The present study was undertaken to examine the qualitative as well as quantitative phytochemical features of C. aromatica rhizomes. Various solvent extracts were prepared and systematically evaluated to detect major classes of secondary metabolites including alkaloids, phenolics, flavonoids, tannins, and glycosides. In addition, spectrophotometric techniques were applied for the determination of Total Phenolic Content (TPC) and Total Flavonoid Content (TFC). The results demonstrated a comparatively high level of phenolic and flavonoid compounds, suggesting considerable antioxidant activity. The occurrence of these bioactive constituents, together with sesquiterpenes and curcuminoids, underlines the therapeutic significance of the plant. Overall, the study validates the traditional use of Curcuma aromatica and indicates its potential utility in the development of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.

Keywords : Curcuma aromatica; Wild Turmeric; Phytochemical Profiling; Spectrophotometric Evaluation; Total Phenolic Content (TPC); Total Flavonoid Content (TFC); Antioxidant Activity; Natural Product Chemistry; Drug Development.

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