Research Article

Hydroethanolic Leaf Extract of Cordia vignei Hutch and Dalziel Inhibits Carrageenan-Induced Foot Oedema in Chicks, Prostaglandin E2-Induced Paw Oedema in Mice, and Bradykinin-Induced Paw Oedema in Mice

Table 1

Results of the phytochemical tests of CVE.

PhytochemicalObservation/color changeInference

SaponinPresence of froth++
TanninBlue-black/green precipitate++
GlycosidesBrown precipitate+
AlkaloidsOrange–red spots/precipitate++
FlavonoidsYellowish coloration++
SteroidsNo colour change
TerpenoidsReddish-brown+

− not present; + light coloration/precipitation; ++ deep coloration/precipitation.