PHYTOCHEMICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCREENING OF THUJA OCCIDENTALIS L. EXTRACTS

Abstract

The present research includes a comprehensive examination of the Phytochemical and Biological Screening of Thuja occidentalis L. leaf extract, a botanical medicine derived from the white cedar or northern white cedar tree. T occidentalis has a long and significant history in traditional medicine, as it is believed to possess medicinal characteristics. The main aim of this study is to determine the chemical makeup of the extract from the plant T occidentalis. The chemical composition was determined through the application of different analytical methods, including chromatography, mass spectrometry and computational methods such as molecular docking. These techniques revealed a wide range of plant-derived components, such as terpenoids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and essential oils. The phytochemical analysis was performed as well and pharmacological properties were also evaluated using tests that targeted some biological systems, such as Bacillus Cereus and molecular docking analysis was also performed. The results suggest that the extract has notable pharmacological potential, as it exhibits antibacterial effects against a pathogen. These findings enhance the comprehension of T occidentalis as a therapeutic substance and could aid in its incorporation into pharmaceutical uses. In summary, this study highlights the significance of conducting more research on the therapeutic advantages of T occidentalis extract and its potential use in contemporary medicine.