ODION E. EMMANUEL

Since the beginning of time, specific pathological illnesses have been treated using a well-known therapeutic approach known as phytomedicine, a branch of traditional medicine. In folklore medicine, Ficus capensis (Sims) G.Don. is frequently used for
the treatment of a wide range of illnesses, including tumors, inflammation, cough, rheumatism, fever, diarrhea, wounds, and in the prevention of numerous health issues. Regarding their numerous medical and pharmacological applications, however, little
is known about their real phytochemical composition. Using suggested analytical techniques, the phytochemical components of ficus capensis leaf were examined in this study through preliminary and chromatographic examination. The results showed
the existence of bioactive substances as phenols, alkaloids, tannins, saponins, and flavonoids. The fact that so many of these phytochemicals are present indicates that ficus capensis extract has some potential for use in medicine. Some of the bioactive
substances found in plants that have been identified have documented medical and physiological advantages.