Surveying botanical characteristics and preliminary chemical composition of Vac tree (Cayratia trifolia (L.) Domino

Abstract

Cayratia trifolia species is a wild plant that grows widely from north to south. According to many studies, it has the ability to resist some gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, is a very good antioxidant, and has the ability to fight malaria and cancer. This is a medicinal plant with great potential, so a study was conducted to investigate the plant’s morphology, microbiological characteristics in order to provide more for data identifying and distinguishing it from other plant species. C. trifolia was collected at coordinates 10,01^o B, 105,72^o E, An Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City and it was analyzed and described in terms of its morphological, anatomical, medicinal powder, and archeological characteristics. A preliminary investigation of its chemical composition was conducted using the improved Ciuley method. The results showed that C. trifolia was identified based on its morphology, anatomical data, microbiology, medicinal powder, and chemical composition in its roots, stems, leaves, and fruits. The results can support the accurate identification and testing of medicinal herbs when used.