[Objectives]To study the anti-fatigue effect of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban on mice.[Methods]After intragastric administration of low,medium and high concentration of water extract from Centella asia...[Objectives]To study the anti-fatigue effect of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban on mice.[Methods]After intragastric administration of low,medium and high concentration of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban for 14 d,the rotarod time and the content of serum lactic acid in mice were determined,respectively.[Results]Compared with the control group,the rotarod time of mice in the low and medium concentration groups was significantly prolonged(P<0.05),but there was no significant difference between the control group and the high concentration group;the content of serum lactic acid in the medium concentration group was significantly lower than that in the control group(P<0.01),but there was no significant difference between low concentration group and high concentration group and the control group.[Conclusions]A certain concentration of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban had a good anti-fatigue effect.展开更多
Centella asiatica (L.), frequently known as Thankuni, is an important ethnobotanical plant in Bangladesh. This study was conducted to evaluate the morphological characteristics, cultural factors and molecular identifi...Centella asiatica (L.), frequently known as Thankuni, is an important ethnobotanical plant in Bangladesh. This study was conducted to evaluate the morphological characteristics, cultural factors and molecular identification of the causal agent of Alternaria leaf blight disease of C. asiatica. The potato dextrose agar (PDA) medium recorded the maximum mycelial growth (69 mm), followed by the yeast extract agar (YEA) medium, while the honey peptone agar (HPA) medium recorded the lowest growth (27 mm). The optimal pH and temperature for mycelial growth of Alternaria alternata were 6 and 30°C, respectively. Internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of Alternaria alternata PCR products measured 558 bp and blast search showed 99% sequence similarity with Alternaria alternata species complex. To the best of our knowledge, Alternaria leaf blight disease caused by Alternaria alternata is the first record in Bangladesh.展开更多
Objective To investigate the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-arthritic effects of Centello asiatica methanolfraction （CAME） on collagen-induced arthritis （ClA）, an animal model of rheumatoid arthritis. Met...Objective To investigate the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-arthritic effects of Centello asiatica methanolfraction （CAME） on collagen-induced arthritis （ClA）, an animal model of rheumatoid arthritis. Methods Arthritis was induced in female wistar rats by immunization with porcine type II collagen. The CIA rats were treated orally with CaME （50, 150, and 250 mg/kg/day） for 15 d （beginning on day 21 of the experimental period）. The clinical, histological, biochemical, and immunological parameters were assessed. Results CaME treatment （150 and 250 mg/kg） significantly attenuated the severity of CIA and reduced the synovial inflammation, cartilage erosion, and bone erosion as evident from both histological and radiographic data. The escalated plasma levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-12 alongwith nitric oxide in CIA rats decreased significantly on CaME treatment. The serum levels of type-Ⅱ collagen antibody were significantly lower in rats of CaME （150 and 250 mg/kg） treated group than those in the arthritic group. Furthermore, by inhibiting the above mediators, CaME also contributed towards the reversal of the disturbed antioxidant levels and peroxidative damage. Conclusion Our results clearly indicate that oral administration of CaME suppresses joint inflammation, cytokine expression as well as antioxidant imbalance, thereby contributing to an amelioration of arthritis severity in CIA rats.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effects of some culture conditions on production of asialicoside from centella(Centella asiatica L.Urban)cells cultured in 5-L bioreactor.Methods:The centell cell suspension culture was co...Objective:To investigate the effects of some culture conditions on production of asialicoside from centella(Centella asiatica L.Urban)cells cultured in 5-L bioreactor.Methods:The centell cell suspension culture was conducted in 5-L bioreactor to investigate the growth and asiaticoside accumulation under various conditions.Asiaticoside content was determined by HPLC analysis.Results:The results showed that the cell growth and asiaticoside accumulation peaked after 24d of culture at an agitation speed of 150 r/min and aeration rate of 2.5 L/min.The cell biomass reached a maximum value of 302.45 g fresh weight(31.43 g dry weight)and growth index of 3.03with inoculum size of 100 g.However,asiaticoside content was the highest(60.08 mg/g dry weight)when culture was initiated with an inoculum size of 50 g.Conclusions:The present study found the suitable conditions for growth of centella cells and their asiaticoside production in bioreactor.展开更多
A polysaccharide, isolated from Centella asiatica, was a complicated arabinogalactan (AG), which contained a little a-(14)-linked GalpA and a-(12)-linked Rhap residues. Based on composition and methylation analyses, p...A polysaccharide, isolated from Centella asiatica, was a complicated arabinogalactan (AG), which contained a little a-(14)-linked GalpA and a-(12)-linked Rhap residues. Based on composition and methylation analyses, partial acid hydrolysis, periodate oxidation, NMR, ESI-MS experiments, it was shown to have a backbone of b-(13)-linked D-Galp residues, with heavily branched side chains. Araf residues were linked to O-3 of (13, 6)-linked Galp residues.展开更多
Objective: To examine the effect of combination of Andrographis paniculata herb fraction(AHF) and Centella asiatica herb fraction(CHF) on PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expression in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte, and its effect on insul...Objective: To examine the effect of combination of Andrographis paniculata herb fraction(AHF) and Centella asiatica herb fraction(CHF) on PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expression in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte, and its effect on insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. Methods: 3 T3 L1 adipocyte cells were used to investigate gene expression of PPARy reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction method. The γ and GLUT4 protein b adipocyte cells were differentiated by using insulin, dexamethasone and 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine from 3 T3-L1 cells. Pioglitazone, AHF, CHF and the combination of both herbs were evaluated on glucose uptake activity, PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expressions in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte. Results: The results showed that combination of AHF at 30 μg/mL and CHF at 10 μg/mL could enhance insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. The combination also increased PPAR γ and GLUT4 mR NA expressions significantly in comparison to those of negative control(DMSO). These effects were equal in comparison to those of pioglitazone(0.02 μM) and its single extracts Conclusions: The combination of AHF and CHF can increase glucose uptake and insulin sensitivity through up-regulation of PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expressions in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte.展开更多
A new triterpene and a saponin, named 2α,3β23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid （1） and 2α,3β,23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid O-α-L-rhanmopyranosyl-（1→4）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-（1→6）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl...A new triterpene and a saponin, named 2α,3β23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid （1） and 2α,3β,23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid O-α-L-rhanmopyranosyl-（1→4）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-（1→6）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl ester （2）, have been isolated from the aerial part of CenteUa asiatica. Their structures were elucidated by spectral methods, including 2D-NMR spectra.展开更多
In this study we designed a novel,cost‐efficient and green method for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles(Cu NPs)supported on manganese dioxide(MnO2)NPs,using Centella asiatica L.leaf extract as a naturally‐source...In this study we designed a novel,cost‐efficient and green method for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles(Cu NPs)supported on manganese dioxide(MnO2)NPs,using Centella asiatica L.leaf extract as a naturally‐sourced reducing agent,without stabilizers or surfactants.This synthetic process is environmentally‐friendly and avoids the use of toxic reducing agents.Phenolic hydroxyl groups in the leaf extract are believed to reduce Cu2+in solution to generate Cu NPs that are subsequently stabilized on the MnO2NP surfaces.The resulting Cu/MnO2nanocomposite was fully characterized using X‐ray diffraction,transmission electron microscopy,field emission scanning electron microscopy,energy‐dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.This material was found to function as a highly active,efficient and recyclable heterogeneous catalyst for the reduction of Congo red,rhodamine B and methylene blue as well as nitro compounds such as2,4‐dinitrophenylhydrazine and4‐nitrophenol in the presence of NaBH4in aqueous media at ambient temperature.The high stability of the Cu/MnO2nanocomposite also allows the catalyst to be separated and reused several times without any significant loss of activity.?2018,Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences.Published by Elsevier B.V.All rights reserved.展开更多
Antimicrobial agents such as bavistin, cefotaxime and kanamycin were evaluated for their effects on the rapid shoot regeneration from nodal explants of Centella asiatica (L.). Filter sterilized bavistin (250 mg/L) was...Antimicrobial agents such as bavistin, cefotaxime and kanamycin were evaluated for their effects on the rapid shoot regeneration from nodal explants of Centella asiatica (L.). Filter sterilized bavistin (250 mg/L) was augmented alone and in combination with cytokinins such as BAP and TDZ into the media to trace the effect on regeneration. On this basis, the potential use of bavistin (150 mg/L) along with BAP (2.0 mg/L) was evaluated which showed the maximum shoot number (6.6) and shoot length (4.4 cm) respectively. Cefotaxime at the concentration of 100 μM/L was found to be effective to obtain the maximum shoot number formation (5.8) with the regeneration frequency (90%). Kanamycin at the concentration of 80 μM/L induced maximum shoot regeneration (5.12). Kanamycin at 100 μM/L or at higher concentrations reduced the shoot regeneration. The best rooting response was noticed when in vitro regenerated microshoots were transferred to the rooting medim which was supplemented with IBA (2.0 mg/L). This combination generates 90% of regeneration frequency and maximum number of roots per shoot (14.2) and high root length (4.2 cm). The rooted plants were acclimatized and transferred to field for survivalance. The addition of antibiotics was found to be more effective and safer for using since their effects on regeneration were found to be negligible.展开更多
The study was undertaken to evaluate the comparative efficacy of hydroalcoholic extracts of leaves of Tagetes erecta (T. erecta) and aerial parts of Centella asiatica (C. asiatica) on Excision, Incision and Dead space...The study was undertaken to evaluate the comparative efficacy of hydroalcoholic extracts of leaves of Tagetes erecta (T. erecta) and aerial parts of Centella asiatica (C. asiatica) on Excision, Incision and Dead space wound models in albino rats. Extract of T. erecta and C. asiatica (P T. erecta extract (250 and 500 mg/kg) showed significantly increased the wound breaking strength in incision wound model and wet and dry granulation tissue weights, breaking strength in a dead space wound model compare to control and C. asiatica treated group (P T. erecta extract showed potent wound healing activity then the reported C. asiatica in different wound parameters.展开更多
OBJECTIVE To investigate the motility,dopamine,serotonin and pro-BDNF level of Centella asiatica(CA)comparable to the combination of levodopa and benzerazid HCL on zebrafish model Parkinson′s.METHODS Rotenone 5μg...OBJECTIVE To investigate the motility,dopamine,serotonin and pro-BDNF level of Centella asiatica(CA)comparable to the combination of levodopa and benzerazid HCL on zebrafish model Parkinson′s.METHODS Rotenone 5μg·L-1 induced to adult zebrafish(8months)for 28 dto made zebrafish model Parkinson′s.CA concentration were used 5 and 10μg·mL-1.The combination of levodopa 100 g and 25 mg benzerazid(L-DOPA agonist)was given at 1 μg·mL-1 at the same time to rotenone,and CA as well.Motility assessment conducted for every 7dstarted on day 0until day 28.Five fish were subjected in the 2L tank(25cm×16.5cm×12cm).Three vertical lines were drawn on the tank at equal distances,dividing the tank into four zones(the length of each zone was 6.25cm).Locomotor activity was measured for 5min by counting the number of lines that adult zebrafish crossed.Fish were sacrificed by decapitating on ice water.Dopamine level measured from whole brain by ELISA,serotonin and pro-BDNF by immunoreactivity at substantia nigra.RESULTS The locomotor activity of rotenone treated fish were significantly decrease starts at 7 dcompared to control group.Interestingly on 10μg·mL-1 group there are increasing motility start at day 7 and slightly decrease until day 28,but on L-DOPA group increasing motility at day 7 followed by decreasing motility significantly(P<0.05)until day 28.Dopamine level of rotenone group decreased compared to control group,CA 10μg·mL-1 and L-DOPA group increased significantly to rotenone group which CAμg·mL-1 higher than L-DOPA group.Serotonin and pro-BDNF level had the same profile.Its significantly increased on rotenone group compared to control group.Serotonin on group with CA administration significantly decreased compared to rotenone group,while rotenone plus CA 10μg·mL-1 had no significant differet to L-DOPA group(P>0.05).Pro-BDNF on rotenone with CA 5μg·mL-1 had no significant difference,while compare to rotenone with CA 10-1 μg·mLgroup and L-DOPA group were significantly different(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Rotenone produces reliable Parkinson′s zebrafish model by decreasing motility and dopamine level.CA was more stable,increasing motility than L-DOPA administration.CA and L-DOPA increased dopamine level,but decreasing serotonin and pro-BDNF.展开更多
Objective: To observe the effects of Centella asiatica(C. asiatica) methanolic extract on a-synuclein aggregation and its expression in rotenone-exposed zebra fish.Methods: Zebra fish(Danio rerio) were exposed to 5 m ...Objective: To observe the effects of Centella asiatica(C. asiatica) methanolic extract on a-synuclein aggregation and its expression in rotenone-exposed zebra fish.Methods: Zebra fish(Danio rerio) were exposed to 5 m g/L rotenone for 28 days and coincubated with 2.5, 5.0 and 10.0 m g/mL of C. asiatica methanolic extract. The medium was changed every 48 h for maintain the concentration of rotenone and extract. After 28 days zebra fish were sacrificed on the ice block and protein was isolated from zebra fish brain for ELISA of dopamine and Western blotting of a-synuclein. Immunohistochemistry was conducted to observe the a-synuclein expressions from histopathological preparation of zebra fish brain. The head were soaked in 10% formaline for less than 24 h and embedded onto paraffin block, then sliced for immunohistochemistry using anti a-synuclein antibody. We also measured zebra fish motility for 5 min in each week.Results: C. asiatica has important bioactive compounds such as asiaticoside that has antiin flammatory and antioxidant properties. It may inhibit cascade reaction due to oxidative stress induced by rotenone. Decreasing reactive oxygen species proposed probability of radical attack to a-synuclein protein that caused aggregation and increase of its expression.The motility of zebra fish was also maintained in C. asiatica groups due to the increasing dopamine level in rotenone-induced zebra fish. High level of reactive oxygen species inactivated enzyme for dopamine synthesis such as tyrosine hydroxylase, and oxidized dopamine itself. Oxidized dopamine increased a-synuclein aggregation. Thus, the dopamine level decreased in rotenone-induced zebra fish, but C. asiatica increased dopamine level.Conclusions: C. asiatica has a potential to be developed as an anti-Parkinson's disease treatment due to its capability for minimized the sign of Parkinson's such as a-synuclein aggregation and expression, increasing motility and dopamine as well.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the effect of standardized extract of Centella asiatica ECa 233 on inflammatory mediator production through cyclooxygenase-2(COX-2),extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2)and nuclear fa...Objective:To evaluate the effect of standardized extract of Centella asiatica ECa 233 on inflammatory mediator production through cyclooxygenase-2(COX-2),extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2)and nuclear factor-κB(NF-κB)pathway in keratinocyte Ha Ca T cells.Methods:Ha Ca T cells were treated with 0.1,1,10 and 100μg/m L ECa 233 in the presence of lipopolysaccharide(LPS).Proinflammatory cytokines and prostaglandin E2 were assessed with ELISA.Western blotting was used to determine the inhibition of COX-2,ERK1/2 and NF-κB protein expression.Results:ECa 233 suppressed LPS-induced release of interleukin-1β,tumor necrosis factor-α,and prostaglandin E2.ECa 233 also inhibited COX-2,phosphorylation of ERK1/2 and the activation of NF-κB.Moreover,the formation of reactive oxygen species(ROS)was decreased in response to LPS-inflamed keratinocytes.Conclusions:ECa 233 inhibits LPS-stimulated production of inflammatory mediators in keratinocytes via suppressing ERK1/2 and NF-κB pathways.The suppressive effect of ECa 233 may be related to an inhibition of ROS production.展开更多
Centella asiatica (Linn.) belongs to the family of Apiaceae(Umbeliferae). It has been widely used for traditional medicine, especially for wound healing, anti-inflammatory,antipsoriatic, antiulcer, antibacterial and a...Centella asiatica (Linn.) belongs to the family of Apiaceae(Umbeliferae). It has been widely used for traditional medicine, especially for wound healing, anti-inflammatory,antipsoriatic, antiulcer, antibacterial and antifungal. The biologically active ingredients of Centella asiatica are believed to be triterpenes, particularly asiatic acid, madecassic acid,asiaticoside and madecassoside (Fig. 1).展开更多
Objective:To investigate the antifertility properties ofCentella asiatica L. ethanolic extract and identify the sperm proteomic changes in treated male rats.Methods: A total of 32 male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided...Objective:To investigate the antifertility properties ofCentella asiatica L. ethanolic extract and identify the sperm proteomic changes in treated male rats.Methods: A total of 32 male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into two groups: control group (n=16) received distilled water and treatment group (n=16) which received 300 mg/kg ofCentella asiatica L. extract for 42 d. After the treatment period, the number of implantation sites was recorded and the sperm proteomic changes were analysed by 2D gel electrophoresis. In addition, the expression of protein spots was quantified by MALDI-TOF analysis.Results:Centella asiatica L. extract resulted in low number of implantation sites in the treatment group (100.00±2.82) compared to the control group (183.00±2.14). The percentage of infertile male rats in the treatment group was higher (43.75%) compared to the control group (18.75%). Proteomic analysis showed the expression of protein spots identified in the treatment group decreased with 234 spots compared to the control group with 282 spots.Conclusions:The results revealed that there was antifertility activity in the male rats with the administration ofCentella asiatica L. ethanol extract and the identified proteins could provide understanding on the adverse effect ofCentella asiaticain male reproductive system.展开更多
The extraction of asiaticoside from Centella asiatica by enzymatic pretreatment and microwave extraction (EPME) was studied in this article. The effects of several important factors such as temperature of enzymatic pr...The extraction of asiaticoside from Centella asiatica by enzymatic pretreatment and microwave extraction (EPME) was studied in this article. The effects of several important factors such as temperature of enzymatic pretreatment, liquid to solid ratio and microwave radiation time were investigated by quadric regression orthogonal design experiment and were analyzed by response surface. An extraction model with well forecast performance was then established. The results indicate that the optimum extraction condition was as follows: liquid to solid ratio was 36mL/g, temperature of enzymatic pretreatment was 45℃, enzymatic time was 30min, and microwave ra-diation time was展开更多
Centella asiatica (L.) is commonly known as Thankuni plant and has ethnobotanical importance in Bangladesh. Present experiment was conceded to investigate the wilt disease of C. asiatica, vegetative growth and molecul...Centella asiatica (L.) is commonly known as Thankuni plant and has ethnobotanical importance in Bangladesh. Present experiment was conceded to investigate the wilt disease of C. asiatica, vegetative growth and molecular characterization of pathogenic fungi. Pathogenic fungus, Fusarium equiseti was identified as a causal agent of wilt disease in C. asiatica. The effect of culture media on the mycelial growth of F. equiseti showed the highest (89.25 mm) on potato dextrose agar (PDA) medium followed by carrot agar (CA) medium and the lowest growth (40.25 mm) was measured in HA medium. The optimal temperature and pH for mycelial growth of F. equiseti were 30°C and 7, respectively. The genetic variation of the selected species of fungi, the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region was amplified using ITS4 and ITS5 primers and sequenced. The PCR product of the ITS region of F. equiseti was 535 bp. Phylogenetic tree of thirty-seven strains of Fusarium sp. based on the nucleotide sequences of the ITS region using the neighbor-joining method with 1000 bootstrapping indicated that 98% - 100% identity with MN886590.1 JUF0046 (F. equiseti). ITS sequences are generally constant, or show little variation within species, but vary between species in a genus. The ITS region is relatively short and can be easily amplified by PCR using universal single primer pairs. Genetic distance exhibited high level of similarity with identical ITS sequences. To date, no published research articles are found on the molecular identification of F. equiseti, the causal agent of fusarium wilt disease of C. asiatica in Bangladesh.展开更多
A phytosociological study of a weed community dominated by Hydrocotyle mannii and Centella asiatica was carried out in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda from 2000 to 2002. The Zurich-Montpellier School of Phytosocio...A phytosociological study of a weed community dominated by Hydrocotyle mannii and Centella asiatica was carried out in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda from 2000 to 2002. The Zurich-Montpellier School of Phytosociology method was used with special emphasis on floristic and synecological structure as well as on dynamic aspects. This community was found to grow on shady moist roadsides and is about 15 cm high. In total, 54 species were recorded; most of them are annual, anemochorous and widespread. The Hydrocotyle mannii and Centella asiatica community is described as a new weed association： Hydocotylo-Centelletum asiaticae Mosango ass. nova.. Hydrocotyle mannii, Centella asiatica, Dichondra repens and Sida veronicifolia have been recognized as the character species of this association. The Hydrocotylo-Centelletum is a pioneer association. It has been ascribed to the alliance Eleusinion indicae Leonard 1950 which includes plant communities growing on shady roadsides. In terms of ecological succession, it appears to be evolving to the Asystasia gangetica herbaceous fallow association which belongs to the alliance Panicion maximi. It belongs to the order Ruderali-Euphorbietalia Schmitz 1971 and the class Ruderali-Manihotetea Leonard in Taton 1949.展开更多
<i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella asiatica </span></i><span style="font-family:""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">(L.) is one of t...<i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella asiatica </span></i><span style="font-family:""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">(L.) is one of the most valuable medicinal plants since preh</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">istoric times. The pharmaceutical importance of this herb is due to the accumulation of large quantities of pentacyclic triterpenoid saponins, collectively known as centelloids synthesized by the isoprenoid biosynthesis</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> path</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">way. Biosynthesis of triterpenoid in the plants proceeds via either of the tw</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">o pathways, viz. Mevalonate (MVA) pathway (in the cytosol) or 2-C-methyl-D-erythritol 4-phosphate (MEP) pathway (in plastid). In </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">, the pathway leading to the accumulation of triterpenoid is still not known or elucidated. Thus, to know whether the MVA or MEP pathway or a cross-talk between the pathway leads to the biosynthesis of triterpenoid, silencing the key regulatory gene using RNAi tool, of each of the pathway and then analyze a metabolite is an efficient approach. The key regulatory enzyme of the MVA pathway </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">i.e</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. 3-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Hydroxy</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-3-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> (</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">HMGR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">) has already been successfully silenced using RNAi tool</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> <a href="#ref1">[1]</a></span><span style="font-family:""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. In the present study, the 1-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">deoxy-D-xylulose</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-5-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">phosphate reductoisomerase</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> (</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">DXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">) a key regulatory enzyme in MEP pathway is silenced. The RNAi-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">DXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> construct in pHANNIBAL vector was cloned into a binary vector pART27 and subsequently transformed into </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Agrobacterium</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> strain AGL1. The transient analysis of the RNAi-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">CaDXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> using semi-quantitative RT-PCR confirmed the silencing of the endogenous DXR gene in </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Nicotiana</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> and further confirmed in </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella asiatica</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. The present study is the first step aimed to delineate the MEP pathway using RNAi silencing approach to elucidate its role in the accumulation of triterpenoid in this important medicinal plant.展开更多
Spectral fluorescence signature, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry for identification of chemical and bioactive compounds were applied to study the plant extracts of <...Spectral fluorescence signature, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry for identification of chemical and bioactive compounds were applied to study the plant extracts of <em>Withania somnifera</em>, <em>Centella asiatica </em>and <em>Bacopa monnieri </em>which are related to the possible treatment of mental diseases as Alzheimer, Parkinson and Depression. These plants are known for different positive phytotherapeutic effects on the human brain without negative post-, adverse or after effects to the treated individuals, and have been recommended in several medical studies. Therefore, we selected these plants for further analysis, based on the inhibition results of <em>in vitro</em> Amyloid Beta fibrillation tests made by previous measurements. With this study a first screening of the complex plant extract mixtures was performed, to get an initial overview about known and unknown ingredients. In all three plants, similar main compounds were identified, however in different quality and quantity. These may provide substantial information on which compound combinations might be mainly responsible for the positive effects and should be further investigated being responsible for reducing the fibrillation process of Amyloid Beta.展开更多
基金Supported by The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program for College Students in Guangxi Autonomous Region(S202110599035)Guangxi Key R&D Program(GuiKe AB18221095)High-level Talent Research Project of Youjiang Medical University for Nationalities(01002018079).
文摘[Objectives]To study the anti-fatigue effect of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban on mice.[Methods]After intragastric administration of low,medium and high concentration of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban for 14 d,the rotarod time and the content of serum lactic acid in mice were determined,respectively.[Results]Compared with the control group,the rotarod time of mice in the low and medium concentration groups was significantly prolonged(P<0.05),but there was no significant difference between the control group and the high concentration group;the content of serum lactic acid in the medium concentration group was significantly lower than that in the control group(P<0.01),but there was no significant difference between low concentration group and high concentration group and the control group.[Conclusions]A certain concentration of water extract from Centella asiatica(L.)Urban had a good anti-fatigue effect.
文摘Centella asiatica (L.), frequently known as Thankuni, is an important ethnobotanical plant in Bangladesh. This study was conducted to evaluate the morphological characteristics, cultural factors and molecular identification of the causal agent of Alternaria leaf blight disease of C. asiatica. The potato dextrose agar (PDA) medium recorded the maximum mycelial growth (69 mm), followed by the yeast extract agar (YEA) medium, while the honey peptone agar (HPA) medium recorded the lowest growth (27 mm). The optimal pH and temperature for mycelial growth of Alternaria alternata were 6 and 30°C, respectively. Internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of Alternaria alternata PCR products measured 558 bp and blast search showed 99% sequence similarity with Alternaria alternata species complex. To the best of our knowledge, Alternaria leaf blight disease caused by Alternaria alternata is the first record in Bangladesh.
基金financial assistance received from University Grants Commission to undertake the present study
文摘Objective To investigate the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-arthritic effects of Centello asiatica methanolfraction （CAME） on collagen-induced arthritis （ClA）, an animal model of rheumatoid arthritis. Methods Arthritis was induced in female wistar rats by immunization with porcine type II collagen. The CIA rats were treated orally with CaME （50, 150, and 250 mg/kg/day） for 15 d （beginning on day 21 of the experimental period）. The clinical, histological, biochemical, and immunological parameters were assessed. Results CaME treatment （150 and 250 mg/kg） significantly attenuated the severity of CIA and reduced the synovial inflammation, cartilage erosion, and bone erosion as evident from both histological and radiographic data. The escalated plasma levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and IL-12 alongwith nitric oxide in CIA rats decreased significantly on CaME treatment. The serum levels of type-Ⅱ collagen antibody were significantly lower in rats of CaME （150 and 250 mg/kg） treated group than those in the arthritic group. Furthermore, by inhibiting the above mediators, CaME also contributed towards the reversal of the disturbed antioxidant levels and peroxidative damage. Conclusion Our results clearly indicate that oral administration of CaME suppresses joint inflammation, cytokine expression as well as antioxidant imbalance, thereby contributing to an amelioration of arthritis severity in CIA rats.
基金supported by the National Foundation for Science and Technology Development(NAFOSTED)of Vietnam(Grant No.106.16-2012.80)
文摘Objective:To investigate the effects of some culture conditions on production of asialicoside from centella(Centella asiatica L.Urban)cells cultured in 5-L bioreactor.Methods:The centell cell suspension culture was conducted in 5-L bioreactor to investigate the growth and asiaticoside accumulation under various conditions.Asiaticoside content was determined by HPLC analysis.Results:The results showed that the cell growth and asiaticoside accumulation peaked after 24d of culture at an agitation speed of 150 r/min and aeration rate of 2.5 L/min.The cell biomass reached a maximum value of 302.45 g fresh weight(31.43 g dry weight)and growth index of 3.03with inoculum size of 100 g.However,asiaticoside content was the highest(60.08 mg/g dry weight)when culture was initiated with an inoculum size of 50 g.Conclusions:The present study found the suitable conditions for growth of centella cells and their asiaticoside production in bioreactor.
文摘A polysaccharide, isolated from Centella asiatica, was a complicated arabinogalactan (AG), which contained a little a-(14)-linked GalpA and a-(12)-linked Rhap residues. Based on composition and methylation analyses, partial acid hydrolysis, periodate oxidation, NMR, ESI-MS experiments, it was shown to have a backbone of b-(13)-linked D-Galp residues, with heavily branched side chains. Araf residues were linked to O-3 of (13, 6)-linked Galp residues.
基金supported by the Ministry of Research and Technology and Higher Education of the Republic of Indonesia(RISTEKDIKTI)through "Hibah Unggulan Perguruan Tinggi 2017"
文摘Objective: To examine the effect of combination of Andrographis paniculata herb fraction(AHF) and Centella asiatica herb fraction(CHF) on PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expression in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte, and its effect on insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. Methods: 3 T3 L1 adipocyte cells were used to investigate gene expression of PPARy reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction method. The γ and GLUT4 protein b adipocyte cells were differentiated by using insulin, dexamethasone and 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine from 3 T3-L1 cells. Pioglitazone, AHF, CHF and the combination of both herbs were evaluated on glucose uptake activity, PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expressions in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte. Results: The results showed that combination of AHF at 30 μg/mL and CHF at 10 μg/mL could enhance insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. The combination also increased PPAR γ and GLUT4 mR NA expressions significantly in comparison to those of negative control(DMSO). These effects were equal in comparison to those of pioglitazone(0.02 μM) and its single extracts Conclusions: The combination of AHF and CHF can increase glucose uptake and insulin sensitivity through up-regulation of PPAR γ and GLUT4 mRNA expressions in 3 T3-L1 adipocyte.
文摘A new triterpene and a saponin, named 2α,3β23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid （1） and 2α,3β,23-trihydroxyurs-20-en-28-oic acid O-α-L-rhanmopyranosyl-（1→4）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-（1→6）-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl ester （2）, have been isolated from the aerial part of CenteUa asiatica. Their structures were elucidated by spectral methods, including 2D-NMR spectra.
文摘In this study we designed a novel,cost‐efficient and green method for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles(Cu NPs)supported on manganese dioxide(MnO2)NPs,using Centella asiatica L.leaf extract as a naturally‐sourced reducing agent,without stabilizers or surfactants.This synthetic process is environmentally‐friendly and avoids the use of toxic reducing agents.Phenolic hydroxyl groups in the leaf extract are believed to reduce Cu2+in solution to generate Cu NPs that are subsequently stabilized on the MnO2NP surfaces.The resulting Cu/MnO2nanocomposite was fully characterized using X‐ray diffraction,transmission electron microscopy,field emission scanning electron microscopy,energy‐dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.This material was found to function as a highly active,efficient and recyclable heterogeneous catalyst for the reduction of Congo red,rhodamine B and methylene blue as well as nitro compounds such as2,4‐dinitrophenylhydrazine and4‐nitrophenol in the presence of NaBH4in aqueous media at ambient temperature.The high stability of the Cu/MnO2nanocomposite also allows the catalyst to be separated and reused several times without any significant loss of activity.?2018,Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences.Published by Elsevier B.V.All rights reserved.
文摘Antimicrobial agents such as bavistin, cefotaxime and kanamycin were evaluated for their effects on the rapid shoot regeneration from nodal explants of Centella asiatica (L.). Filter sterilized bavistin (250 mg/L) was augmented alone and in combination with cytokinins such as BAP and TDZ into the media to trace the effect on regeneration. On this basis, the potential use of bavistin (150 mg/L) along with BAP (2.0 mg/L) was evaluated which showed the maximum shoot number (6.6) and shoot length (4.4 cm) respectively. Cefotaxime at the concentration of 100 μM/L was found to be effective to obtain the maximum shoot number formation (5.8) with the regeneration frequency (90%). Kanamycin at the concentration of 80 μM/L induced maximum shoot regeneration (5.12). Kanamycin at 100 μM/L or at higher concentrations reduced the shoot regeneration. The best rooting response was noticed when in vitro regenerated microshoots were transferred to the rooting medim which was supplemented with IBA (2.0 mg/L). This combination generates 90% of regeneration frequency and maximum number of roots per shoot (14.2) and high root length (4.2 cm). The rooted plants were acclimatized and transferred to field for survivalance. The addition of antibiotics was found to be more effective and safer for using since their effects on regeneration were found to be negligible.
文摘The study was undertaken to evaluate the comparative efficacy of hydroalcoholic extracts of leaves of Tagetes erecta (T. erecta) and aerial parts of Centella asiatica (C. asiatica) on Excision, Incision and Dead space wound models in albino rats. Extract of T. erecta and C. asiatica (P T. erecta extract (250 and 500 mg/kg) showed significantly increased the wound breaking strength in incision wound model and wet and dry granulation tissue weights, breaking strength in a dead space wound model compare to control and C. asiatica treated group (P T. erecta extract showed potent wound healing activity then the reported C. asiatica in different wound parameters.
基金The project supported by Directorate General of Higher Education,Ministry of Education and Research Technology of Indonesia,Through Fundamental Research grant 2014
文摘OBJECTIVE To investigate the motility,dopamine,serotonin and pro-BDNF level of Centella asiatica(CA)comparable to the combination of levodopa and benzerazid HCL on zebrafish model Parkinson′s.METHODS Rotenone 5μg·L-1 induced to adult zebrafish(8months)for 28 dto made zebrafish model Parkinson′s.CA concentration were used 5 and 10μg·mL-1.The combination of levodopa 100 g and 25 mg benzerazid(L-DOPA agonist)was given at 1 μg·mL-1 at the same time to rotenone,and CA as well.Motility assessment conducted for every 7dstarted on day 0until day 28.Five fish were subjected in the 2L tank(25cm×16.5cm×12cm).Three vertical lines were drawn on the tank at equal distances,dividing the tank into four zones(the length of each zone was 6.25cm).Locomotor activity was measured for 5min by counting the number of lines that adult zebrafish crossed.Fish were sacrificed by decapitating on ice water.Dopamine level measured from whole brain by ELISA,serotonin and pro-BDNF by immunoreactivity at substantia nigra.RESULTS The locomotor activity of rotenone treated fish were significantly decrease starts at 7 dcompared to control group.Interestingly on 10μg·mL-1 group there are increasing motility start at day 7 and slightly decrease until day 28,but on L-DOPA group increasing motility at day 7 followed by decreasing motility significantly(P<0.05)until day 28.Dopamine level of rotenone group decreased compared to control group,CA 10μg·mL-1 and L-DOPA group increased significantly to rotenone group which CAμg·mL-1 higher than L-DOPA group.Serotonin and pro-BDNF level had the same profile.Its significantly increased on rotenone group compared to control group.Serotonin on group with CA administration significantly decreased compared to rotenone group,while rotenone plus CA 10μg·mL-1 had no significant differet to L-DOPA group(P>0.05).Pro-BDNF on rotenone with CA 5μg·mL-1 had no significant difference,while compare to rotenone with CA 10-1 μg·mLgroup and L-DOPA group were significantly different(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Rotenone produces reliable Parkinson′s zebrafish model by decreasing motility and dopamine level.CA was more stable,increasing motility than L-DOPA administration.CA and L-DOPA increased dopamine level,but decreasing serotonin and pro-BDNF.
基金Supported by DPP-SPP Medical Faculty of Brawijaya University and LPPM Brawijaya University with Grant No.023.04.2.414989/2014
文摘Objective: To observe the effects of Centella asiatica(C. asiatica) methanolic extract on a-synuclein aggregation and its expression in rotenone-exposed zebra fish.Methods: Zebra fish(Danio rerio) were exposed to 5 m g/L rotenone for 28 days and coincubated with 2.5, 5.0 and 10.0 m g/mL of C. asiatica methanolic extract. The medium was changed every 48 h for maintain the concentration of rotenone and extract. After 28 days zebra fish were sacrificed on the ice block and protein was isolated from zebra fish brain for ELISA of dopamine and Western blotting of a-synuclein. Immunohistochemistry was conducted to observe the a-synuclein expressions from histopathological preparation of zebra fish brain. The head were soaked in 10% formaline for less than 24 h and embedded onto paraffin block, then sliced for immunohistochemistry using anti a-synuclein antibody. We also measured zebra fish motility for 5 min in each week.Results: C. asiatica has important bioactive compounds such as asiaticoside that has antiin flammatory and antioxidant properties. It may inhibit cascade reaction due to oxidative stress induced by rotenone. Decreasing reactive oxygen species proposed probability of radical attack to a-synuclein protein that caused aggregation and increase of its expression.The motility of zebra fish was also maintained in C. asiatica groups due to the increasing dopamine level in rotenone-induced zebra fish. High level of reactive oxygen species inactivated enzyme for dopamine synthesis such as tyrosine hydroxylase, and oxidized dopamine itself. Oxidized dopamine increased a-synuclein aggregation. Thus, the dopamine level decreased in rotenone-induced zebra fish, but C. asiatica increased dopamine level.Conclusions: C. asiatica has a potential to be developed as an anti-Parkinson's disease treatment due to its capability for minimized the sign of Parkinson's such as a-synuclein aggregation and expression, increasing motility and dopamine as well.
基金supported by grant from the General Project and Invention of Prince of Songkla University(SCI600421S),Graduate School of Prince of Songkla University,Songkhla,Thailand.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the effect of standardized extract of Centella asiatica ECa 233 on inflammatory mediator production through cyclooxygenase-2(COX-2),extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2(ERK1/2)and nuclear factor-κB(NF-κB)pathway in keratinocyte Ha Ca T cells.Methods:Ha Ca T cells were treated with 0.1,1,10 and 100μg/m L ECa 233 in the presence of lipopolysaccharide(LPS).Proinflammatory cytokines and prostaglandin E2 were assessed with ELISA.Western blotting was used to determine the inhibition of COX-2,ERK1/2 and NF-κB protein expression.Results:ECa 233 suppressed LPS-induced release of interleukin-1β,tumor necrosis factor-α,and prostaglandin E2.ECa 233 also inhibited COX-2,phosphorylation of ERK1/2 and the activation of NF-κB.Moreover,the formation of reactive oxygen species(ROS)was decreased in response to LPS-inflamed keratinocytes.Conclusions:ECa 233 inhibits LPS-stimulated production of inflammatory mediators in keratinocytes via suppressing ERK1/2 and NF-κB pathways.The suppressive effect of ECa 233 may be related to an inhibition of ROS production.
文摘Centella asiatica (Linn.) belongs to the family of Apiaceae(Umbeliferae). It has been widely used for traditional medicine, especially for wound healing, anti-inflammatory,antipsoriatic, antiulcer, antibacterial and antifungal. The biologically active ingredients of Centella asiatica are believed to be triterpenes, particularly asiatic acid, madecassic acid,asiaticoside and madecassoside (Fig. 1).
文摘Objective:To investigate the antifertility properties ofCentella asiatica L. ethanolic extract and identify the sperm proteomic changes in treated male rats.Methods: A total of 32 male Sprague-Dawley rats were divided into two groups: control group (n=16) received distilled water and treatment group (n=16) which received 300 mg/kg ofCentella asiatica L. extract for 42 d. After the treatment period, the number of implantation sites was recorded and the sperm proteomic changes were analysed by 2D gel electrophoresis. In addition, the expression of protein spots was quantified by MALDI-TOF analysis.Results:Centella asiatica L. extract resulted in low number of implantation sites in the treatment group (100.00±2.82) compared to the control group (183.00±2.14). The percentage of infertile male rats in the treatment group was higher (43.75%) compared to the control group (18.75%). Proteomic analysis showed the expression of protein spots identified in the treatment group decreased with 234 spots compared to the control group with 282 spots.Conclusions:The results revealed that there was antifertility activity in the male rats with the administration ofCentella asiatica L. ethanol extract and the identified proteins could provide understanding on the adverse effect ofCentella asiaticain male reproductive system.
文摘The extraction of asiaticoside from Centella asiatica by enzymatic pretreatment and microwave extraction (EPME) was studied in this article. The effects of several important factors such as temperature of enzymatic pretreatment, liquid to solid ratio and microwave radiation time were investigated by quadric regression orthogonal design experiment and were analyzed by response surface. An extraction model with well forecast performance was then established. The results indicate that the optimum extraction condition was as follows: liquid to solid ratio was 36mL/g, temperature of enzymatic pretreatment was 45℃, enzymatic time was 30min, and microwave ra-diation time was
文摘Centella asiatica (L.) is commonly known as Thankuni plant and has ethnobotanical importance in Bangladesh. Present experiment was conceded to investigate the wilt disease of C. asiatica, vegetative growth and molecular characterization of pathogenic fungi. Pathogenic fungus, Fusarium equiseti was identified as a causal agent of wilt disease in C. asiatica. The effect of culture media on the mycelial growth of F. equiseti showed the highest (89.25 mm) on potato dextrose agar (PDA) medium followed by carrot agar (CA) medium and the lowest growth (40.25 mm) was measured in HA medium. The optimal temperature and pH for mycelial growth of F. equiseti were 30°C and 7, respectively. The genetic variation of the selected species of fungi, the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region was amplified using ITS4 and ITS5 primers and sequenced. The PCR product of the ITS region of F. equiseti was 535 bp. Phylogenetic tree of thirty-seven strains of Fusarium sp. based on the nucleotide sequences of the ITS region using the neighbor-joining method with 1000 bootstrapping indicated that 98% - 100% identity with MN886590.1 JUF0046 (F. equiseti). ITS sequences are generally constant, or show little variation within species, but vary between species in a genus. The ITS region is relatively short and can be easily amplified by PCR using universal single primer pairs. Genetic distance exhibited high level of similarity with identical ITS sequences. To date, no published research articles are found on the molecular identification of F. equiseti, the causal agent of fusarium wilt disease of C. asiatica in Bangladesh.
文摘A phytosociological study of a weed community dominated by Hydrocotyle mannii and Centella asiatica was carried out in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda from 2000 to 2002. The Zurich-Montpellier School of Phytosociology method was used with special emphasis on floristic and synecological structure as well as on dynamic aspects. This community was found to grow on shady moist roadsides and is about 15 cm high. In total, 54 species were recorded; most of them are annual, anemochorous and widespread. The Hydrocotyle mannii and Centella asiatica community is described as a new weed association： Hydocotylo-Centelletum asiaticae Mosango ass. nova.. Hydrocotyle mannii, Centella asiatica, Dichondra repens and Sida veronicifolia have been recognized as the character species of this association. The Hydrocotylo-Centelletum is a pioneer association. It has been ascribed to the alliance Eleusinion indicae Leonard 1950 which includes plant communities growing on shady roadsides. In terms of ecological succession, it appears to be evolving to the Asystasia gangetica herbaceous fallow association which belongs to the alliance Panicion maximi. It belongs to the order Ruderali-Euphorbietalia Schmitz 1971 and the class Ruderali-Manihotetea Leonard in Taton 1949.
文摘<i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella asiatica </span></i><span style="font-family:""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">(L.) is one of the most valuable medicinal plants since preh</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">istoric times. The pharmaceutical importance of this herb is due to the accumulation of large quantities of pentacyclic triterpenoid saponins, collectively known as centelloids synthesized by the isoprenoid biosynthesis</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> path</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">way. Biosynthesis of triterpenoid in the plants proceeds via either of the tw</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">o pathways, viz. Mevalonate (MVA) pathway (in the cytosol) or 2-C-methyl-D-erythritol 4-phosphate (MEP) pathway (in plastid). In </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">, the pathway leading to the accumulation of triterpenoid is still not known or elucidated. Thus, to know whether the MVA or MEP pathway or a cross-talk between the pathway leads to the biosynthesis of triterpenoid, silencing the key regulatory gene using RNAi tool, of each of the pathway and then analyze a metabolite is an efficient approach. The key regulatory enzyme of the MVA pathway </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">i.e</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. 3-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Hydroxy</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-3-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> (</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">HMGR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">) has already been successfully silenced using RNAi tool</span></span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> <a href="#ref1">[1]</a></span><span style="font-family:""><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. In the present study, the 1-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">deoxy-D-xylulose</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">-5-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">phosphate reductoisomerase</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> (</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">DXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">) a key regulatory enzyme in MEP pathway is silenced. The RNAi-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">DXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> construct in pHANNIBAL vector was cloned into a binary vector pART27 and subsequently transformed into </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Agrobacterium</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> strain AGL1. The transient analysis of the RNAi-</span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">CaDXR</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> using semi-quantitative RT-PCR confirmed the silencing of the endogenous DXR gene in </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Nicotiana</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> and further confirmed in </span><i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Centella asiatica</span></i><span style="font-family:Verdana;">. The present study is the first step aimed to delineate the MEP pathway using RNAi silencing approach to elucidate its role in the accumulation of triterpenoid in this important medicinal plant.
文摘Spectral fluorescence signature, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry for identification of chemical and bioactive compounds were applied to study the plant extracts of <em>Withania somnifera</em>, <em>Centella asiatica </em>and <em>Bacopa monnieri </em>which are related to the possible treatment of mental diseases as Alzheimer, Parkinson and Depression. These plants are known for different positive phytotherapeutic effects on the human brain without negative post-, adverse or after effects to the treated individuals, and have been recommended in several medical studies. Therefore, we selected these plants for further analysis, based on the inhibition results of <em>in vitro</em> Amyloid Beta fibrillation tests made by previous measurements. With this study a first screening of the complex plant extract mixtures was performed, to get an initial overview about known and unknown ingredients. In all three plants, similar main compounds were identified, however in different quality and quantity. These may provide substantial information on which compound combinations might be mainly responsible for the positive effects and should be further investigated being responsible for reducing the fibrillation process of Amyloid Beta.
