%0 Journal Article
%T Phytochemical and Nutrient Evaluation of Spondias Mombin Leaves
%A P.C. Njoku
%A M.I. Akumefula
%J Pakistan Journal of Nutrition
%D 2007
%I 
%X Sample of Spondias Mombin leaves was analyzed for the phytochemical composition, vitamins and minerals constituents. Phytochemical screening and subsequent quantification revealed the presence of bioactive compounds tannins 3.82%; Saponins 7.60%; Flavonoids 3.00%, alkaloids 6.00% and phenols 1.00%. Vitamin results showed the plant leaves contained ascorbic acid 19.35mg100-1g; Niacin 3.75mg100-1g. Riboflavin 0.25 mg100-1g and Thiamine 0.05 mg100-1g. Mineral analysis revealed in the plant leaves, K 2.55%, Mg 0.3045%, Na 0.100%, Ca, 1.310% and P, 0.200%. The results proved spondias mombin as a potential source of useful drugs formulation and feed stuff for ruminants as presently used in some African countries.
%K Spondias Mombin
%K phytochemical
%K nutrient
%K leaves
%U http://docsdrive.com/pdfs/ansinet/pjn/2007/613-615.pdf