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Planta Med 1980; 38(4): 339-343
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1074886
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1074886
Research Articles
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Toxicity of Extracts of Roots and Leaves of Telfairia occidentalis
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Publication Date:
29 April 2008 (online)
Abstract
The root extract of Telfairia occidentalis (Fluted Pumpkin) was found to contain resin, alkaloids and saponin which are lethal to rats and mice. Alkaloids and saponin extracted from the leaves were also toxic to these animals. Work is in progress to determine whether the tender edible leaves and the food prepared with them are poisonous to animals.
Key Word Index
Telfairia occidentalis - Cucurbitaceae - Roots - Leaves - Toxicity.