Annals of Phytomedicine: An International Journal
Editor-in-Chief : Dr. Irfan Ali Khan
Managing Editor : Dr. Atiya Khanum

1. Invited commentary : Open Access
Artificial intelligence-driven molecular target identification for precision phytotherapy
Sevgi Gezici
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.1

7. Review article : Open Access
β-carotene as a functional bioactive compound: Chemical characteristics, biological functions, nutritional sources, health benefits and pharmaceutical and industrial applications
T. Anitha, M. Kabilan, V. Balamurugan, S. J. Imamsaheb and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.2

22. Review article : Open Access
Edible vaccines from leafy vegetables: Advances in food technology, phytochemical composition and human health
V. Balamurugan, T. Anitha, M. Kabilan, S. J. Imamsaheb, Aditi Sewak, A. Geetha and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.3

36. Review article : Open Access
Therapeutic potential of plant oleoresins: Pharmacological activities and nutraceutical applications
P. Dhananchezhiyan, A. Geetha, R.V. Sundarrajan, M. Kabilan, S. J. Imamsaheb, Aditi Sewak and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.4

51. Review article : Open Access
Diosgenin: Botanical origins, pharmacological promise, nutraceutical innovations and industrial exploitation
S. J. Imamsaheb, K. H. Yashavantakumar, M. Kabilan, Zeenath Banu and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.5

61. Review article : Open Access
Sinigrin: A next-generation bioactive compound for pharmaceutical and industrial applications
G. Sathish, C. Tamilselvi, M. Kabilan, S. J. Imamsaheb, K. Sivagamy and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.6

74. Review article : Open Access
Lutein and zeaxanthin: Emerging frontiers in nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications
S. J. Imamsaheb, M. Kabilan, A. Geetha, Aditi Sewak and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.7

83. Review article : Open Access
Sericin-based formulations for skin and hair care: From waste valorization to multifunctional cosmeceuticals
M. Sabiya Sulthana, P. Mangammal, K. A. Murugesh, K. Raja and M. Senthilkumar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.8

94. Review article : Open Access
Fermented foods as sources of psychobiotics: Implications for gut-brain axis regulation and mental health
Prabhdeep Kaur, Monika Choudhary, Shrishti Singh, Nirja Saikia, Shalini and Nikita Purbia
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.9

104. Review article : Open Access
Protein hydrolysates as potent biostimulants: Reprogramming plant metabolism for enhanced growth and secondary metabolite production
S. Sunitha, M. Baskar, M. Vijayakumar, S. Rathika and M. Selvamurugan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.10

118. Review article : Open Access
Plant chemical defense: Synthesis, distribution and role of phytoalexins and phytoanticipins against biotic stresses
K. Sindhura Bhairavi, Kaushik Das, Badal Bhattacharyya, Shimantini Borkataki, Pranab Dutta, Shareen Tikhak and Nang Sena Manpoong
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.11

132. Review article : Open Access
Cadmium contamination in medicinal plants: Bioaccumulation, phytochemical alterations, and implications for human health
Saksham Tinna, Ponnusamy Janaki, Mariappan Suganthy, Ettiyagounder Parameswari and Govindaraj Sridevi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.12

144. Review article : Open Access
Advances in fruit crop phytochemicals: Nutraceutical and therapeutic perspectives
Akhil Krishna, V.A. Sathiyamurthy, Auxcilia Jone, Ramesh and Kannan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.13

157. Review article : Open Access
Phytotoxicology of botanical pesticides in medicinal crops: Mechanisms, multitrophic effects, and residue implications for high value phytomedicines
Chakati Santhosh, Ettiappan Sumathi, Sampathrajan Vellaikumar, Kannan Senguttuvan and Alagarswamy Senthil
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.14

174. Review article : Open Access
Impact of pesticide residues on the phytopharmaceutical properties of major medicinal plants of India
Hanumanthu Teja Sree, Mariappan Suganthy, Kanniyappan Ganesan, Ponnusamy Janaki and Sampathrajan Vellaikumar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.15

189. Review article : Open Access
Nutritional, antinutritional and phytomedicinal attributes of tree fodders and their impact on livestock health and productivity: A comprehensive review
D. Nithishkumar, S. Manivasakan, K. Baranidharan, C. Cinthia Fernandaz, M. Thirunavukkarasu, S. Vennilaand R. Ravi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.16

199. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical diversity and nutraceutical potential in biointensive complementary cropping systems under garden-l and ecosystems
K. Deepasri, P. M. Shanmugam, P, Kathirvelan, K. Sathiya Bama, P.C. Prabu and R. Kuttimani
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.17

213. Review article : Open Access
A comprehensive review of intermittent fasting: Metabolic mechanisms, emerging health benefits and supportive role of phytonutrients
A.T. Nanthitha, G. Sashidevi, G. Gurumeenakshi, R. Vijayalakshmi and M.L. Mini
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.18

221. Review article : Open Access
Minor goes diviner: Functional, prebiotic, probiotic and bioactive properties of underutilized fruits
Karan Ghule, M. Kavino, D. Vidhya, R. Jagadeeswaran and V. Anandhi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.19

232. Review article : Open Access
Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.) in modern phytopharmacology: Bioactive compounds, molecular mechanisms and clinical perspectives
K. Reshma, K. Sundharaiya, T. Prabhu, S. Shenbagavalli, T. Anitha, M. Kabilan and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.20

245. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical profiles and pharmacological activities of mulberry (Morus species): Insights from experimental and clinical research
Basavaraj Somalingappa Purad, K.A. Murugesh, S. Periyasamy, S. Angles, P. Priyadharshini, Shivakumar Hukkeri
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.21

254. Review article : Open Access
The phenylpropanoid network in pearl millet: Antioxidant functions and biological roles of polyphenols
S. K. Mohamed Yaseen, K. Iyanar, N. Manivannan, I. Johnson, M. Djanaguiraman and R. Baskaran
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.22

266. Review article : Open Access
Harnessing the potential of wild relatives of Brassicaceae family for the crop improvement
N. Sharada, M. Prabhu, C. Indu Rani, G. Ashokkumar, R. Kalaiyarasi and K. Hemaprabha
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.23

278. Review article : Open Access
Zero waste food processing: Valorization of by-products into nutraceuticals and functional ingredients
P. Booma, M. Ilamaran, G. Gurumeenakshi, B. Sivasankari and J. Prabhaharan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.24

290. Review article : Open Access
Therapeutic potential of fruit crop phytochemicals: An in silico drug discovery perspective
Sindhuja Balaraman, Kavino Mathiyazhagan, Nakkeeran Sevugapperumal, Auxcilia Jone, Saranya Nallusamy and Raghu Rajasekaran
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.25

304. Review article : Open Access
Edible films and biodegradable packaging from agricultural waste
P. Chithrabala, M. Ilamaran, S. Kanchana, B. Sivasankari and K.G. Sabarinathan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.26

313. Review article : Open Access
Emerging food engineering approaches in the development of phytochemical rich functional foods with medicinal relevance
P. Srilatha and Samreen
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.27

325. Review article : Open Access
3D food printing as an emerging platform for phytomedicine delivery: Integration of medicinal plant bioactives into personalized functional food systems
Samreen, P. Srilatha and M. Prashanthi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.28

336. Review article : Open Access
A complete systematic review on biostimulant in fruit crops and their industrial applications
K. S. Manjima, R. Jayavalli, I. Muthuvel, L. Chithra, P. Meenakshi, J. Auxcilia and J. Suresh
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.29

349. Review article : Open Access
Engineering technologies for curcumin recovery from Curcuma longa L.: Advances, process optimization, and phytomedicinal applications
Samreen and P. Srilatha
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.30

363. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical and pharmacological potential of medicinal plants used by the Kani tribe of the Southern Western Ghats: An integrative review
V. P. Hariramana, R. Ravi, K. Baranidharan, P. Hemalatha, and B. Rajagopal
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.31

375. Review article : Open Access
Medicinal plants of India: Bridging traditional wisdom and modern healthcare
Shikha Sharma, Kiranjot Sidhu, Ritu Mittal Gupta and Archana Tewari
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.32

381. Review article : Open Access
Stress induced modulation of sesquiterpene biosynthesis in Santalum album L.: From abiotic stress to enhanced bioactive compound production
P. Ravi Raja Simman, A. Balasubramanian, Balaji Kannan, K. P. Ragunath, B. Sivakumar, P. Rajendran and P. Hemalatha
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.33

392. Review article : Open Access
Exploring the potential of dragon fruit (Hylocereus spp.): A review of its nutraceutical properties, processing methods and its waste utilization
C. Surya, K. Shanthi, R. Vijayalakshmi, A. Kalaiselvan, K.G. Sabarinathan and G. Gurumeenakshi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.34

403. Review article : Open Access
Green synthesis and phytomedicinal potential of Eichhornia crassipes (Mart.) Solms: A comprehensive review
M. Sri Venkateshwaran, K. Baranidharan, R. Ravi, K. P. Ragunath, K. Suganya, M. Vijayabhama and P. Hemalatha
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.35

411. Review article : Open Access
Growth regulation and disease management in silkworms using Psoralea corylifolia L.: A review
T. Utchimahali, K.A. Murugesh, K. Senguttuvan, R. Shanmugam and S. Vellaikumar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.36

420. Review article : Open Access
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) resistant starch: Structural and pharmacological perspectives
T. Varshaa, M. Velmurugan, C. Indu Rani, P. Arutchenthil, T. Krishnakumar, K. Thirukumaran and P.Veeramani
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.37

434. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical diversity and therapeutic potential of Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.
S. J. Imamsaheb, K. R. Lingamurthy, K. H. Yashavantakumar, A. S. Shubha and S. M. Kale
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.38

443. Review article : Open Access
Nutraceutical and pharmacological perspectives of Tuberose, Agave amica (Medik.): Insights into its bioactive phytoconstituents
E. Anbazhagan, G. Sathish, K. R. Rajadurai, D. Leninraja, M. P. Kavitha, M. Kabilan and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.39

456. Review article : Open Access
Therapeutic significance of Momordica cymbalaria (Hook. f.) as a traditional vegetable
S. J. Imamsaheb, A. S. Shubha, B. T. Sumanth, M. Srihari, M. G. Thanya and C. Dhananjay Kumar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.40

465. Review article : Open Access
Advances in extraction and standardization of bioactive compounds in Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
R. Abirami, T. Prabhu, S. Shenbagavalli, S. Saraswathi and P. Geetharani
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.41

477. Review article : Open Access
Banana (Musa spp.) as a functional source of bioactive compounds: Pharmaceutical relevance and perspectives
T. Deva Theetchaniya, V.P. Santhi, R. Selvarajan, I. Muthuvel, J. Auxcilia, M. Baskar and S. Nithila
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.42

492. Review article : Open Access
Betelvine (Piper betle L.) as a promising medicinal plant: Insights into phytochemistry, pharmacology and therapeutic applications
P. Sarvesh, T. Prabhu, S. Shenbagavalli, K. Nageswari and P. Geetharani
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.43

502. Review article : Open Access
From fragrance to pharmacology: Unlocking the therapeutic potential of Jasminum sambac (L.) Aiton
S. Subash, S. Geethanjali, S.P. Thamaraiselvi, M. Ganga, R. Raghu and P. Boominathan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.44

516. Review article : Open Access
Allium sativum L.: A comprehensive review of its phytochemistry, pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential
M. Karal Marks, C. Ravindran, K. Nageshwari, M. Gnanasekaran, K. Kalpana, M. Kabilan and M. Vignesh
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.45

531. Review article : Open Access
Microbial enzyme-assisted sustainable retting of banana (Musa spp.) pseudostem fibres: Advances in lignocellulosic bioprocess technologies
Harini Andavar, K.G. Sabarinathan, K.Kumutha, M. Gomathy, C. Ravindran, T. Susikokila and Jayapratha Chokkalingam
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.46

541. Review article : Open Access
A comprehensive review on the ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemistry, pharmacological activities and therapeutic potential of Casuarina equisetifolia L.
M. J. Poornima, M. Sivaprakash, S. Umesh Kanna, D. Ramesh, M. Tilak and S. Ashwin Kumar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.47

552. Review article : Open Access
Comprehensive insights into maize (Zea mays L.): Nutritional, phytochemical and pharmacological perspectives with IoT based extraction innovations
P. Prema, J. Arockia Stephen Raj, T. Anitha, P. Jona Innisai Rani, N. Aananthi, M. Kabilan and Adnan A. Khan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.48

565. Review article : Open Access
Ecology, ethnopharmacology and conservation aspects of Nardostachys jatamansi (D. Don) DC.: An endangered, invaluable medicinal plant species of the Himalayas
Anand Singh Bisht, Bijendra Lal, Uday Bhanu Pratap, Shweta B. Kukreti and T.S. Mehra
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.49

580. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical constituents and pharmacological properties of Cordyceps militaris (L.) Fr. : A comprehensive review of its bioactive compounds and therapeutic potential
R. Padmapriya, S. Susikaran, M. Tilak, K. A. Murugesh and P. Balasubramaniam
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.50

592. Review article : Open Access
Beyond leaves and silk: Expanding the role of fruit mulberry (Morus spp.) in functional foods
P. Lokeshkumar, R. Shanmugam, K. A. Murugesh, B. Vinothkumar and P. Jaisridhar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.51

600. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical diversity, pharmacological activities and therapeutic potential of Senna spectabilis (DC.) H.S. Irwin and Barneby
P. Pranav, R. Ravi, K. Baranidharan, K.T. Parthiban, I. Sekar and P. Hemalatha
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.52

612. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical profiling and multitarget therapeutic potential of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) : A pharmacology approach
R. Abirami, D. Leninraja, G. J. Janavi, L. Srimathi Priya, S. Maragatham and S. Suganya Kanna
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.53

620. Review article : Open Access
Bioactive compounds of Allium cepa L. and their pharmaceutical prospects
D. Leninraja, P. Radha and R. Abirami
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.54

629. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical constituents and pharmacological activities of Enterolobium cyclocarpum (Jacq.) Griseb. : An integrative review on its phytomedicinal potential
S. Ashwin Kumar, B. Sivakumar, A. Balasubramanian, M. Sivaprakash, P.K. Karthikeyan, R.V. Sundarrajan and S. Navaneetha Krishnan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.55

641. Review article : Open Access
Phytochemical and pharmacological potential of Hydnocarpus wightianus Blume: A comprehensive review
S. Vennila, H. B. Roghan, N. Pandeeswari, A. Krishnaveni, T. Balaji and K. R. Saravanan
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.56

652. Original article : Open Access
Exploring the nutraceutical potential of grape (Vitis vinifera L.) pomace powder
A. Diana Shanthi, G. Gurumeenakshi, M. Ilamaran, B. Sivasankari, J. Prabhaharan and R. Packiyalakshmi
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.57

659. Original article : Open Access
Antidiabetic potential of pentacyclic triterpenoids from tender Jackfruit: An In vitro comparison with medicinal plants
Meghana Sobaganahalli Nandan, Shyamalamma Subbareddy, Kalenahalli Yogendra and Nagesha Somakalahalli
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.58

670. Original article : Open Access
Physicochemical, structural and functional properties of freeze-dried green gram protein isolate (Vigna radiata (R.) Wilczek) using ultrasonication-assisted extraction method
I. Jyothi, G. Sashidevi, S. Kanchana, P. Geethapadmanaban, P. Parimalam and P. Meenakshisundaram
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.59

682. Original article : Open Access
GC-MS based profiling of bioactive phytoconstituents in multifunctional agroforestry plants and their therapeutic relevance
H. B. Roghan, S. Umesh Kanna, K. T. Parthiban, P. Kannan, P. Boomiraj, Balaji Kannan and M. Sivaprakash
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.60

690. Original article : Open Access
Harnessing of Jatropha oil-based formulation for the management of white grub (Lepidiota mansueta Burmeister) and termite (Odontotermes obesus Rambur)
Shareen Tikhak, Badal Bhattacharyya, Shimantini Borkataki, Partha Pratim Gyanudoy Das, K. Sindhura Bhairavi and Manoj Kumar Sarma
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.61

698. Original article : Open Access
Elucidation of nutritional and bioactive phytochemical profiling in elite Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri (L.) Wettst.) genotypes
C. S. Karthik, K. Hima Bindu, K. S. Divya, V.K. Rao, B. Sreenu, Shivanand D. Ainapur and V. Sreenivasa.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.62

710. Original article : Open Access
Use of boric acid-based bait materials as attractants against red ant, Dorylus orientalis Westwood
Elangbam Bidyarani Devi, Badal Bhattacharyya, K. Sindhura Bhairavi, Shimantini Borkataki, Sanjay Hazarika and Priyanka Borbaruah
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.63

720. Original article : Open Access
Evaluation of the antifungal efficacy of Acanthus ilicifolius L. extract ointment in canine mycotic dermatitis
A. S. Khairmode, V. V. Karande, B. C. Ghumare, U. M. Tumlam, B. N. Ambore, S. N. Jadhav and M. B. Bukke
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.64

727. Original article : Open Access
Antidiabetic activity and pancreatic histopathological analysis of Rabdosia rugosa (Wall. Ex Benth.) H. Hara leaf extract on streptozotocin-induced diabetes in Wistar rats
Lenesha Manhas, Nrip Kishore Pankaj, Neelesh Sharma, Pawan Kr. Verma, Pankaj Goswami, Minakshi Rani and Priyanka Sharma
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.65

736. Original article : Open Access
Evaluation of antifungal potential of Cassia tora L. ointment in canine mycotic dermatitis
M. B. Bukke, V. V. Karande, B. C. Ghumare, U. M. Tumlam, A. K. Barate, A. S. Khairmode and P. D. Pokharkar
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.66

745. Original article : Open Access
Dietary protein quality and lysine adequacy among urban casual labour households in Ludhiana City of Punjab, India
Shubhankar Kashyap, Renuka Aggarwal, Aditi Sewak, Harpreet Kaur and Kiran Bains
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.67

756. Original article : Open Access
Anti-cold stress potential of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal and Zanthoxylum armatum DC. in goats
Amol Gurav, Amit Kumar, A. P. Madhusoodan, Ajayta Rialch and N. S. Kharayat
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.68

763. Original article : Open Access
Effectiveness of essential oils in maintaining quality and display life of cut Chrysanthemum (Dendranthema grandiflora) cv. Arctic Queen
A. Nirmala, A. Manohar Rao, P. Prasanth, S. Narendar Reddy and D. Srinivasachary
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.69

773. Original article : Open Access
Evaluation of in vitro antiviral activity of Himalayan medicinal plants from Uttarakhand against Lumpy skin disease virus (LSDV)
Chhering Dikit, Amol Gurav, Amit Kumar, A. P. Madhusoodan, Asha Yadav, N. S. Kharayat and Y. P. S. Malik
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.70

787. Original article : Open Access
Therapeutic efficacy of piperine, berberine and doxorubicin alone and their combinations against 7, 12-dimethylbenz [a] anthracene-induced mammary gland tumors in female Sprague-Dawley rats
Ravi Patel, Shailesh Bhavsar, Vaidehi Sarvaiya, Swarup Karmakar and Darshit Korat
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.71

800. Original article : Open Access
Management of bacterial leaf blight of rice caused by Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae using plant products and essential oils
N. Rajinimala, S. Siva Ramakrishnan, S. Navarasu, K. Elanchezhyan, K. Kavitha and J. Sheela
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.72

815. Original article : Open Access
Characterization of rice endophyte for its antifungal activity against rice false smut Ustilaginoidea virens (Cooke)
K. Kavitha, S. Kaviyarasan, S. Nazreen Hassan, S. Suresh, J. Selvi and N. Rajinimala
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.73

824. Original article : Open Access
Evaluation of antiarthritic activity of hydroethanolic leaf extract of Houttuynia cordata Thunb. in rats
Pedenuo Shuya, Sanjib Khargharia, Snigdha Hazarika, Jadav Sarma, Shameem Ara Begum, Arijit Shome, Himangshu Baruah and L. Sanathoi Khuman
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.74

835. Original article : Open Access
Genetic analysis for yield components and phytochemicals in recombinant inbred lines of black gram (Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper)
R. Latha and S. Ganapathy
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.75

846. Original article : Open Access
In vitro biochemical and anthelmintic evaluation of ethanolic seed extract of Butea frondosa Roxb. Ex. Willd to establish mechanism of action through involvement of cholinergic pathway against Paramphistomum cervi
S. Hazarika, S. Khargharia, H. Baruah, B. Borah, P. Konwar, D. Phangchupi, and C. Deori
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.76

856. Original article : Open Access
Free radical scavenging effects of the seaweeds Gracilaria salicornia C. Ag. and Gracilaria edulis (Gmelin) Silva under in vitro conditions
Radha Palaniswamy, Leninraja Dharmaraj, Ravi Ramasamy, Hemalatha Palanivel, Tilak Meenakshisundaram and Hemaprabha Kandasamy
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.54085/ap.2026.15.1.77

862. Original article : Open Access
Studies on preservation of chicken by using natural preservatives to extend the shelf-life
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