PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF PANICUM MAXIMUM LEAVES AND ITS BROWN LIQUID

This study investigates the phytochemical composition of Panicum maximum leaves and its brown liquid extract, emphasizing their potential in bioremediation. The leaves were processed by chopping, washing, grinding, filtering, and boiling to extract the brown liquid. Quantitative phytochemical analysis revealed the concentration of bioactive compounds in the leaf extract, including flavonoids (5.34 mg/g), phenolics (12.78 mg/g), saponins (8.23 mg/g), tannins (3.65 mg/g), oxalates (1.45 mg/g), phytates (0.98 mg/g), and alkaloids (6.12 mg/g). The brown liquid showed phenolics (10.45 mg/g) and flavonoids (4.87 mg/g) as dominant compounds. Qualitative screening confirmed the presence of saponins, phenolics, steroids, flavonoids, alkaloids, and tannins in both samples. The abundance of saponins and phenolics, known for their emulsifying and antimicrobial properties, suggests that Panicum maximum and its brown liquid can enhance microbial degradation of hydrocarbons in contaminated soils, positioning it as a valuable resource for eco-friendly bioremediation strategies.