Phytochemical Study of Akarkara Root (Anacyclus Pyrethrum DC)

Abstract

In the present era Ayurveda medicines are becoming popular and are being used world wide on account of natural origin and lack of side effects . Commercialization of traditional medicine has led to use of adulterants and low cost substitutes . Key objectives of phytochemical study of Ayurveda  herbs are standardization and quality control , identification of bioactive compounds and detection of adulterants . The process bridges ancient traditional knowledge with modern science by ensuring quality, safety and efficacy in herbs.Present study deals analysis of active phytochemicals of Root  of Akarkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum DC)