The chief medicinal compound present in the roots of Safed musi... | Agrigyan

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Vegetable Science- ICAR JRF/SRF 2024 (Q.62)

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The chief medicinal compound present in the roots of Safed musi is

Reserpine Aimolin Saponin Correct Terpene

Phytochemicals of Safed Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum):
Safed Musli (family Liliaceae/Asparagaceae) is an esteemed rasayana herb whose fleshy fascicled tuberous roots are prized for aphrodisiac and adaptogenic properties.
The chief bioactive constituents are steroidal Saponins (furostanol and spirostanol saponins, including borivilianosides and stigmasterol derivatives).
Correct Option: Option 3 (Saponin).

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