Pure and Applied Biology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(4)
Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2024
In
this
comprehensive
study,
we
investigated
the
allelopathic
interactions
between
Ailanthus
altissima,
a
notorious
invasive
plant,
and
two
important
crops,
Pennisetum
glaucum
(pearl
millet)
Brassica
nigra
(black
mustard).Through
rigorous
experimentation,
explored
effects
of
altissima
extracts
rhizosphere
soil
on
various
growth
parameters
these
crops.Our
results
revealed
concentration-dependent
responses
in
both
millet
mustard
seeds,
with
significant
stimulatory
observed
pearl
germination,
plumule
length,
radicle
fresh
weight
when
exposed
to
specific
extracts,
particularly
5gm
cold
water
extract.Conversely,
methanol
exhibited
inhibitory
parameters.Furthermore,
study
highlighted
subtle
but
statistically
insignificant
influence
seeds'
growth,
shedding
light
complex
dynamics
plants
neighboring
species.These
findings
offer
valuable
insights
into
intricate
mechanisms
governing
provide
foundation
for
understanding
plant-soil
relationships
agricultural
ecosystems,
thereby
contributing
development
sustainable
practices
biodiversity
conservation
efforts.
Aim
This
study
aimed
to
compare
the
antidiabetic
effect
of
metal
oxide
nanoparticles
(CuONPs
and
ZnONPs)
prepared
using
lemongrass
mint
herbal
formulations.
Introduction
The
explores
green-synthesized
for
potential
applications
in
diabetes
management,
emphasizing
sustainable
synthesis
methods,
particularly
zinc
(ZnONPs)
copper
(CuONPs)
produced
from
was
prompted
by
increasing
importance
innovative
therapeutic
strategies,
responding
emerging
health
challenges,
leveraging
advancements
nanotechnology
eco-friendly
practices
explore
management.
Methods
methods
involve
formulation
preparation,
CuONPs
ZnONPs
synthesis,
UV-visible
spectrophotometry
characterization.
In
vitro
activity
is
assessed
through
α-amylase
β-glucosidase
enzyme
assays
varied
nanoparticle
concentrations
(10-50
µL).
Results
Visual
observations
confirm
successful
with
distinct
color
changes
observed
both
after
24
hours.
reveals
absorption
peaks
at
440
nm
380
ZnONPs,
respectively.
assay,
exhibit
concentration-dependent
inhibition,
ranging
40%
77%
36%
80%.
assay
demonstrates
similar
inhibition
patterns,
highlighting
significant
differences.
Conclusion
concludes
that
formulations
show
activity.
comparative
analysis
underscores
need
tailored
approaches
based
on
composition.
These
findings
contribute
valuable
insights
into
nanoparticles,
paving
way
future
nanomedicine
research
development
Pure and Applied Biology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(4)
Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2024
In
this
comprehensive
study,
we
investigated
the
allelopathic
interactions
between
Ailanthus
altissima,
a
notorious
invasive
plant,
and
two
important
crops,
Pennisetum
glaucum
(pearl
millet)
Brassica
nigra
(black
mustard).Through
rigorous
experimentation,
explored
effects
of
altissima
extracts
rhizosphere
soil
on
various
growth
parameters
these
crops.Our
results
revealed
concentration-dependent
responses
in
both
millet
mustard
seeds,
with
significant
stimulatory
observed
pearl
germination,
plumule
length,
radicle
fresh
weight
when
exposed
to
specific
extracts,
particularly
5gm
cold
water
extract.Conversely,
methanol
exhibited
inhibitory
parameters.Furthermore,
study
highlighted
subtle
but
statistically
insignificant
influence
seeds'
growth,
shedding
light
complex
dynamics
plants
neighboring
species.These
findings
offer
valuable
insights
into
intricate
mechanisms
governing
provide
foundation
for
understanding
plant-soil
relationships
agricultural
ecosystems,
thereby
contributing
development
sustainable
practices
biodiversity
conservation
efforts.
