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Planta Med 1980; 38(4): 339-343
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1074886
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Toxicity of Extracts of Roots and Leaves of Telfairia occidentalis

P. I. Akubue, A. Kar, F. N. Nnachetta
  • Department of Pharmacy, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.
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Publication Date:
29 April 2008 (online)

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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.

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Telfairia occidentalis - Cucurbitaceae - Roots - Leaves - Toxicity.

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