Pigeon pea also contributes to the environment through its use in alley cropping and as a windbreak, cover crop, shade plant and green manure see environmental impact below cook et al. Gc ms analysis of cajanus cajan leaf extract gas chromatography mass spectroscopy was carried out on the ethanol extract of cajanus cajan leaf. See status, confidence level, source for definitions. Sterculia urens herb uses, benefits, cures, side effects. Pdf triplicate treatments of heteroclarias and nile tilapia oreochromis niloticus fingerlings in. The record derives from ildis data supplied on 20100714 which reports it as an accepted name record 2524. Phytochemical and analgesic activity of root crude extracts. Bacillus subtilis7mm am 12mm and very slight inhibitory action on. The nutrients found in pigeon peas converts into the usable energy than to store as a fat. Pigeon peas facts, health benefits and nutritional value. The nutritional value of toasted pigeon pea cajanus cajan seed in the diet of african catfish clarias gariepinus burchell, 1822 was investigated in this study by progressively increasing its inclusion level 100, 200, 300 and 400 g kg.
Cajanus cajan, more commonly known as pigeon pea, is a droughtresistant crop important for small scale farmers in semiarid areas where rainfall is low. Morton 1976 lists many folk medicinal uses for pigeon pea. Tuvar daal pigeon pea information, medicinal benefits and recipes pigeon pea is one of the important pulse or legume crop in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Phytochemical composition of cajanus cajan leaf and seed name of the photochemical leaf seed flavonoids mg100g 423. In recent years it has also been explored for the treatment of ischemic necrosis of the caput femoris, aphtha, bedsore and wound healing. Effect of organic inputs on yield and quality of pigeonpea. Because of its drought resistance it can be considered of utmost importance for food security in areas where rainfall is not reliable and droughts are likely to occur. Full text of bergeys manual of determinative bacteriology. Dry pigeon peas seeds are common in indonesian and indian cuisines. Bergey s manual of d 1957 amer free ebook download as pdf file. Media in category cajanus cajan fruit the following 30 files are in this category, out of 30 total. The juice extracted from leaves is helpful for earache and sores.
Tuvar daal pigeon pea information, medicinal benefits and. Pdf bergeys manual of determinative bacteriology lasinrang. Cajanus scarabaeoides is a flowering plant in the genus cajanus of the 32 different species within the genus cajanus, only one, c. In argentina the leaf decoction is prized for genital and other skin irritations, especially in females. To use pigeon peas as a laxative, take a handful of leaves, pound and extract the juice and add it to three oils.
The mineral and phytochemical analysis of the leaves of senna alata and cajanus cajan and their medicinal value article pdf available march 2012 with 230 reads how we measure reads. Among other uses of pigeon pea, trials have shown a potential use as a raw material for paper pulp. The presence of some phytochemicals like saponins and flavonoids explained the medicinal action of the plant encountered in its therapeutic uses. The bioassayguided fractionation of the crude methanol extract of c. It has been used as an important part of the folk and traditional medicine in india, china, and south america to prevent and treat various human diseases. This nodulation can be initiated by a variety of rhizobial strains allen and allen, 1981. Because of its drought resistance it can be considered of the utmost importance for food security in regions where rainfall is unreliable and droughts are prone to occur. Kadios, cajanus cajan, pigeon pea, mu dou herbal medicine an illustrated compilation of philippine medicinal plants by dr godofredo stuart with botanical information,chemical proerties, folkloric uses and scientific studies. The leaves are prepared as infusion for anaemia, hepatitis, diabetes, urinary infections, yellow fever, and genital and other skin irritations, especially in females, while. Folk medicine morton 1976 lists many folk medicinal uses for pigeon pea. Pigeon pea is a perennial tropical crop primarily grown in asia and africa, and its seeds are consumed as a rich source of protein and carbohydrates both in fresh and dried forms. Study on comparative antimicrobial activity of cajanus. Bengal, pigeon pea serves as host for the scale insect which produces lac or sticklac.
The tree also yields a number of other edible uses, as well as having a wide range of medicinal applications and other uses. Cajanus cajan is an evergreen shrub growing to 4 m ft by 4 m ft at a fast rate. Two experiments of uniformity were conducted with cajanus cajan l. In malay traditional medicine, leaves decoction helps to treat coughs, abdominal troubles and diarrhea. Photo by christopher sheahan, usdanrcs, cape may plant materials center,2012 c. In the past, ragwort did have some medicinal uses, especially in england.
Pdf polyculture of heteroclarias tilapia under different feeding. Pdf current status of phytochemical and phytopharmacological. India contributes about 90% of the world production of cajanus cajan l. Cajanus cajan belongs to the family fabaceae, a fast growing drought resistant. In india, pigeon peas are soaked, dried, hulled and. Pdf published version restricted to icrisat researchers only abstract. It contains 29 seeds that are brown, red or black in colour, small and sometimes hardcoated fao, 2016a. It is one of the most important dietary legume crop predominantly grown in the tropical regions. An excellent, if rather terse, guide to the traditional medicinal uses of the plants of the region an infusion of the flowers and leaves is diuretic and is used as a diabetes remedy 348. Tuvar daal pigeon pea information, medicinal benefits. The results showed the presence of bioactive constituents of carbohydrates, alkaloids.
Cajanus cajan l is a perennial member of the family leguminosae, commonly known as pigeonpea or redgram in english and arhar in hindi. Pdf the mineral and phytochemical analysis of the leaves of. Suggestions for the use of the manual in classifying. Evaluation of effect of ethanol extracts of moringa oleifera. Isolated from the pigeon pea, cajanus cajan, in india. In india, pigeon pea seeds come in a huge variety of flavours and colours, ranging from bitter.
Caution should be exercised because large doses are potentially toxic. Traditional uses and toxicity medicinal herbs guide. The leaves are used for mouthwash, tongue sores, gums problems, to induce uterine contraction, loose motions, etc. Pigeon pea is a member of the millettioid warmseason legume clade within the subfamily papilionoideae. Cajanus scarabaeoides is the closest wild relative to c. Jul 03, 2015 medicinal uses of pigeon peas or toor dal plant due to the presence of a number of polyphenols and flavonoides, pigeon pea plant possess several medicinal properties. The significance of this plant was discussed in relation to the presence of these metabolites as well as the proximate values. Ftir analysis of cajanus cajan leaves extract figure 2. The ternate leaves are elongated and lanceolate with thick fuzz toward the base.
If you have been in a draught, dont feel yourself right, use white pigeon peas, cajanus cajan, with chadon benni eryngium foetidum, boil, put in salt and drink. Pigeon pea is fast growing, hardy, widely adaptable, and drought resistant bekeletessema, 2007. The peaks in the chromatogram were integrated and were compared with the database spectrum of known components stored in gc ms library. Proximate and phytochemical analysis of cajanus cajan leaves. Evaluation of effect of ethanol extracts of moringa. Since its introduction into south asia at least 3,500 years ago, the seeds have. The open vowels e and c have merged with their closed counterparts and a. Biological activities and medicinal properties of cajanus. Cajanus cajan pigeon pea, puerto rico bean, gandul, dhal.
The inventive method of preparing the extract of the leaves of cajanus cajanl. The presence of dietary fiber keeps full for a long period of time, increase metabolism rate and reduces the possibilities of weight gain. Most of the people know only about the benefits of its seeds that is pulse. Pigeon pea cajanus indicus, a perennial plant of the legume family, subfamily papilionaceae. Pigeonpea cajanus cajan culture in central florida jonael bosques 1 also known as gandul, congo pea, noeyepea, red gram, dhal, toor, gunds pea and alverja. The permanent secretary for medical and veterinary bacteriology at the. Indochinese claim that powdered leaves help expel bladderstones.
In india, everyone is familiar with it as a wellknown daldahl pulse. Phytochemical and analgesic activity of root crude. Organic farming increased organic carbon in the soil. In argentina the leaf decoction is prized for genital and other skin irritations, especially in. Cajanus cajan, phytochemical screening, proximate analysis. In india and java, the young leaves are applied to sores. In java, the pulped leaves are used as a treatment for herpes, sores and itches. Plantsproduce forage quickly and can be used as a perennial forage crop or used forgreen manure. This crop has been successfully grown in some southeastern. Huth is one of the most common tropical and subtropical legumes cultivated for its edible seeds.
Cajanus cajan is an important legume crop in the human diet in many parts of the world. The roots are anaphrodisiac, anodyne, antiscrofulatic, astringent, cardiotonic, demulcent and sedative. Pdf medicinal plants are emerging everincreasing demand day by day because of. Schizomycetacea castellani and chal mers, manual of tropical medicine, 3rd ed. A tea made from the roots is used in the treatment of sexual irritability, blood diseases, chills etc.
Pigeonpea is the main protein source for more than a. The fruit of cajanus cajan is a flat, straight, pubescent pod, 59 cm long x 12 mm wide. Kadios, cajanus cajan, pigeon pea, mu dou herbal medicine an illustrated compilation of philippine medicinal plants by dr godofredo stuart with botanical information,chemical proerties, folkloric uses. Cajanus indicus definition of cajanus indicus by the. Cajanus cajan pigeon pea leaves from ita osu market of ijebu ode, ogun state, nigeria, were collected and qualitatively analysed for identification of phytochemical constituents. The tree is widely cultivated in the tropics and subtropics as an ornamental plant, for its edible seedpods and also for its many medicinal uses. Cajanus cajan, phytochemical screening, proximate analysis introduction leguminous plants belong to the family fabaceae or leguminosae.
Study on comparative antimicrobial activity of cajanus cajan. The seedpod of the tamarind is widely used for food in the tropics. Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research, 2017, 95. Wellknown examples of legumes include alfalfa, clover, peas, beans. In folk medicine, the herb was used externally mixed with pig fat as an ointment for relieving pain in the arms, hips, and legs. Cajanus cajan pigeonpea lis legume information system.
Comparative phytochemical composition of cajanus cajan. Cyanogenic glycosides in plantbased food can improve glucose metabolism and can enhance the overall health of diabetic table 1. Pigeonpea is the main protein source for more than a billion people in the developing world. Pigeon pea contains high levels of protein and important b vitamins and is therefore especially important for people living on subsistence diets. Phytochemical and antimicrobial studies on the extracts. Cajanus erect densely branched shrubby perennials of old world tropics. The leaves, stem, twigs and roots of the plant are used for medicinal purposes in india, bangladesh, africa, china and south america. Pdf biological activities and medicinal properties of. The bacteriological code appeared in 1948 too late for use in making. Proximate and phytochemical analysis of cajanus cajan. Phytochemical and antimicrobial studies on the extracts from. Nutritional value of toasted pigeon pea, cajanus cajan. Andean bryophytes bolivia checklist catalogue of new world grasses ecuador catalogue flora mesoamericana madagascar catalogue moss flora of china peru checklist system details.
Antiplasmodial constituents of cajanus cajan dukereshun. Click on a scientific name below to expand it in the plants classification report. Language common names english congo pea, pigeon pea, red gram, yellow dahl french ambrevade, pois dangole german straucherbse indian arhar, tuver portuguese feijoaguandu, guandu. In this study, we focused on the role of peroxisome proliferatoractivated receptor gamma ppar. Guandu cajanus cajan database file in the tropical plant.
Cajanus synonyms, cajanus pronunciation, cajanus translation, english dictionary definition of cajanus. Jcprc5 360 gcms analysis of phytochemical compounds in cajanus cajan leaf vc anadebe1, na okafor2, jo ezeugo2, ij amanjide2 and bc ogide1 1department of chemical engineering, federal university, ndufu alike ikwo, ebonyi state, nigeria. Mbaveng, qiaoli zhao, victor kuete, toxicological survey of african medicinal plants, 2014, 577crossref. Bengal, pigeonpea serves as host for the scale insect which produces lac or sticklac. The pigeon pea cajanus cajan is a perennial legume from the family fabaceae. The plant was also used to treat throat inflammation in humans and in horses. The mineral and phytochemical analysis of the leaves of senna alata and cajanus cajan and their medicinal value. Pdf the mineral and phytochemical analysis of the leaves.
Cajanus cajan l, commonly called pigeon pea, has many uses in traditional medicine. The inventive method of preparing the extract of the leaves of cajanus cajan l. A shrub cajanus cajan of the pea family, having trifoliolate leaves, yellow to reddish flowers, and small edible seeds, and widely cultivated in tropical regions. The trees leaf and seed pod are widely consumed as food. The blossoms are large and grow five to nine on each peduncle. Cajanus cajan l, a member of the family fabaceae, was identified from the nigerian antimalarial ethnobotany as possessing antimalarial properties. The barks leaf and root have medicinal properties and have been used for countries in folk medicine for a variety of health promoting purposes 5. Often grown as a shade crop for tree crops or vanilla, a covercrop, or occasionally as a windbreak hedge. Diclofenac sodium is a phenylacetic acid derivative, analgesic and anti. Cajanus cajan article about cajanus cajan by the free. Pigeon pea belongs to the fabaceae family is one of the most important dietary legume crop predominantly grown in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world varshney et al. Names of sterculia urens in various languages of the world are also given.
Pigeon peas possess low amount of calories, cholesterol and saturated fats which makes it healthy. Since its introduction into south asia at least 3,500 years ago, the seeds have become a common food grain in asia, africa, and latin america. In malagasy the leaves are used as food for the silkworm. The tubers of dicoma species are commonly used to treat the following painful conditions.