38 Questions
According to Morphological Classification, Matricaria, Calendula and Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium are classified as
Flowers or Inflorescences
Pepper, Cardamom, Fennel and Anise are classified as
Seeds
Castor, Nigella, Flax and Fenugreek are classified as
Seeds
Ginger, Liquorice and Iris are classified as
Roots (Rhizomes)
Cinnamon and Pomegranate are classified as
Bark
Which of the following is not classified according to Morphological Classification?
Purgatives
What is not classified according to Pharmacological Classification?
Herbs
Senna and Castor are classified as
Purgatives
What classification do Buckwheat and Rue belong to according to Pharmacological Classification?
Anti-capillary fragility
Which of the following is NOT a part of Commercial Classification of Aromatic and Medicinal plants?
Alkaloids
What type of plants are classified according to the presence of volatile or fixed oils?
Chemical Classification
Glycosides, Alkaloids, and Resins are classified according to which classification?
Chemical Classification
What type of compound does Datura sp. contain?
Alkaloids
What type of compound does Mentha sp. contain?
Volatile oils
What type of compound does Sunflower contain?
Fixed oils
What type of compound does Digitalis contain?
Glycosides
What is the classification method for plants like Cassia fistula and Ceratonia siliqua?
Growth habit
By which method are plants like Lavandula and Jasminum classified?
Growth habit
What is the classification method for plants like Datura sp. and Cannabis sp.?
Growth habit
How are plants like Vinca, Datura, Hyoscyamus, and Belladona classified?
Whole plants or Herbs
By which method are plants like Tea, Basil, Mentha, and Digitalis classified?
Leaves
What is not a method of classification for aromatic and medicinal plants?
Feeding classification
How are aromatic and medicinal plants like Perennials, Annuals, and Biennials classified?
Growth habit
How are plants like Calendula officinalis classified?
Annuals
What is the main purpose of deep plowing?
To eliminate insects, their pupae, larvae, and eggs
What percentage of active ingredients do glycosides, alkaloids, fixed oils, volatile oils, and others represent in plants?
60%
What is a characteristic of glycosides?
They contain one or more molecules of simple sugars
Which compound is extracted from willow bark?
Salicin
What is an alkaloid?
A basic organic compound that has alkaline properties
What is a characteristic of alkaloids?
They contain nitrogenous bases such as purine or pyrimidine bases
Which plant is known for its alkaloid narcotin and morphine?
Poppy
What are volatile oils?
Aromatic compounds that are easily evaporated
What is the primary concern in drying rooms to prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria?
Humidity
What is the acceptable temperature range for storing medicinal plant materials without decomposition?
20 -30C
What is the purpose of fumigation in the storage of medicinal plant materials?
To resist insects and vermin
What is the recommended level of moisture to prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria?
Less than 6% moisture
What type of containers are used to store materials containing volatile components?
Airtight containers
What is the primary concern when storing medicinal plant materials to prevent color degradation?
Exposure to light
Study Notes
Aromatic and Medicinal Plants
- Achillea millefolium, Moringa oliefera, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Salvia officinalis are examples of aromatic and medicinal plants.
Classification of Aromatic and Medicinal Plants
- Aromatic and medicinal plants can be classified by:
- Growth habit (Perennials, Annuals, and Biennials)
- Commercial classification
- Morphological classification (Trees, Shrubs, and Climbers)
- Pharmacological classification
- Examples of plants classified by growth habit:
- Cassia fistula (Tree)
- Ceratonia siliqua (Tree)
- Lavandula (Shrub)
- Jasminum (Climber)
- Examples of plants classified by morphological classification:
- Vinca, Datura, Hyoscyamus, and Belladona (Leaves)
- Tea, Basil, Mentha, and Digitalis (Leaves)
- Matricaria, Calendula, and Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium (Flowers or Inflorescences)
- Pepper, Cardamom, Fennel, and Anise (Fruits)
- Examples of plants classified by pharmacological classification:
- Senna and Castor (Purgatives)
- Poppy, Datura, and Hyoscyamus (Narcotics)
- Tea and Coffee (Stimulant Plants)
- Buckwheat and Rue (Anti-capillary fragility)
Chemical Classification
- Plants can be classified by their chemical composition:
- Glycosides (e.g., Digitalis)
- Alkaloids (e.g., Datura)
- Fixed oils (e.g., Sunflower)
- Volatile oils (e.g., Mentha)
- Examples of plants containing glycosides:
- Willow bark (Salicin)
- Aloe vera and cinnamic plants (Sinoside)
Storage and Preservation of Medicinal Plants
- Medicinal plant materials should be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent decomposition.
- Fumigation can be used to prevent insect infestation.
- Humidity should be kept below 6% to prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria.
- Materials containing volatile components should be stored in airtight containers.
- Insects can be resisted in storage by using heat or fumigation.
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