Phytochemistry and Nutritional Profile of Chromolaena Odorata Leaves

Chromolaena odorata (C. odorota) is a rapidly growing perennial herb. Several parts of this herb have been used to treat wounds, burns, and skin infections. This research aims to analyze the phytochemical constituents and nutritional profile of C. odorota. Chromolaena odorata leaves were used for the phytochemical analysis, vitamin analysis, mineral analysis, and proximate analysis. The proximate composition of C. odorota revealed that the leaves contain protein, fiber, carbohydrate, ash, and moisture. The phytochemical analysis of C. odorota leaves showed that it includes steroids, saponins, alkaloids, flavonoids, phytates, cyanogenic glycosides, tannins, oxalate, anthocyanins, and phenols. The results obtained showed that plant phytochemicals present served a critical role in pharmacological advances.