Studies of Phytochemical screening of Vitex peduncularis in different solvents and estimation of Chlorophyll Pigment by Spectrophotometer

Abstract Vitex peduncularis Wall. ex-Schauer, commonly identified as Charaigorh (or Charaigorwa), is an evergreen tree having several ethnopharmacological usages and have its place to the family Lamiaceae. It's a go-to for tackling various health issues in both modern and traditional medicine. Packed with vitexin, flavonoids, iridoids, and ursolic acid – that's why Vitex peduncularis is a bioactivity powerhouse. Owing the high needs of Vitex peduncularis into the pharmaceutical manufacturing, this species is being oppressed indiscriminately, pushing into the direction of abyss of extinction. Urgent conservation efforts are needed to safeguard Vitex peduncularis for future generations. This research highlights Vitex peduncularis' pharmacological potential and therapeutic uses. Research gaps need to be addressed to ensure sustainable use and preserve Vitex peduncularis' genetic resources. Vitex peduncularis leaves contain flavones like 4’-acetoxy-5-hydroxy-6, 7-dimethoxyflavone, crisimartin, and genkwanin. A drug's effect comes from its active ingredient, and modifying its chemical structure can alter its properties. Herbal medicine is a big deal in Bangladesh for preventing and treating diseases, including infections. Leaves and barks of the Vitex peduncularis are used for diabetes in the hill area of khagrachari district, Bangladesh. Dried leaves yielded some key compounds: pachypodol, ursolic acid, vitexin, and peduncularisin. Kalazar, or visceral leishmaniasis, is caused by Leishmania parasites.