[Objectives]To expose the plausible mechanism of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.against Alzheimer s disease via network pharmacology and HPLC-ESI-HRMS technology.[Methods]To begin with,HPLC-ESI-HRMS was employed to identify...[Objectives]To expose the plausible mechanism of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.against Alzheimer s disease via network pharmacology and HPLC-ESI-HRMS technology.[Methods]To begin with,HPLC-ESI-HRMS was employed to identify the components of B.balsamifera.Secondly,the potential targets of the components were identified and predicted based on chemical similarity and online databases.Thirdly,by way of topological analysis of a component-disease target interaction network,the primary candidate targets and potential active components were identified.Lastly,molecular docking analysis was used to confirm the interaction between active components and therapeutic targets.[Results]According to the final results,HPLC-ESI-HRMS identified 70 components.Out of these,20 components were potentially biologically active,and most of them were sesquiterpenoids.According to the molecular docking results,the primary active components were appropriately coordinated with the core targets,indicating a high level of pharmacodynamic activity.Thus,the sesquiterpenes present in B.balsamifera are considered potential active ingredients having multi-target and multi-pathway effects for treating Alzheimer s disease.[Conclusions]This research will provide a scientific reference for the future pharmacological activity and clinical application of B.balsamifera.展开更多
The one-year-old seedlings of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. were applied with CaCl2.H2O that supplied Ca in slow growth period of winter three times. The heights, ground diameters, leaf lengths, leaf widths and biomas...The one-year-old seedlings of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. were applied with CaCl2.H2O that supplied Ca in slow growth period of winter three times. The heights, ground diameters, leaf lengths, leaf widths and biomasses of B. balsamifera plants were measured. In addition, the relative contents of total flavones in different parts of B. balsamifera were determined by UV spectrophotometry, and the absolute contents of total flavones were calculated. The relative contents of L-borneol in leaves of B. balsamifera were determined by GC, and the absolute contents of L- borneol were calculated. The results showed that calcium element significantly in- creased the biomasses in leaves, stems and roots of B. balsamifera in slow growth period of winter. The leaf biomass of B. balsamifera in the 5 g/L CaCl2-H2O treat- ment group was significantly higher than those in the other three treatment groups. The leaf biomasses of B. balsamifera in the 10 and 15 g/L CaCl2.H2O treatment groups were significantly higher than that in the CK, with 3.03 and 2.65 times, re- spectively. The application of Ca inhibited the accumulation of total flavones relative contents, but significantly increased the total flavones absolute contents in different parts of B. balsamifera. The relative and absolute contents of L-borneol in the 5 g/L CaCl2 .H2O treatment group were 0.22% and 0.22 g, which were increased by 37.50%, 22.22%, 37.50% and 100%, 100%, 450%, respectively compared with those in the 0, 10 and 15 g/L CaCl2.H2O treatment groups. The Ca element could signifi- cantly promote the accumulation of biomasses in leaves, stems and roots, as well as the absolute contents of total flavones and L-borneol in B. balsamifera in slow growth period of winter.展开更多
[ Objective ] The paper was to explore the application of botanical pesticides on controlling turnip aphid ( Lipaphis erysimi Kaltenbach). [ Method ] Through potting efficacy experiment of Chinese cabbage, the contr...[ Objective ] The paper was to explore the application of botanical pesticides on controlling turnip aphid ( Lipaphis erysimi Kaltenbach). [ Method ] Through potting efficacy experiment of Chinese cabbage, the control effects of two preparations(20% EC and 10% EW)of methanol extract of Blumea megacephala Chang et Tseng against turnip aphid, as well as leaf-protection effect on Chinese cabbage were determined. [ Result] 20% EC of B. megacephala had the highest efficacy in 10-fold dilution, and its control effects against turnip aphid were 57.78%, 77.19% and 84.79% after pesticide spraying for 24, 48 and 72 h; 10% EW of B. megacephala had the highest efficacy in 5-fold dilution, and its control effects against turnip aphid were 74.44%, 84.79% and 89.14% after pesticide spra- ying for 24, 48 and 72 h. The leaf-protection rates of 20% EC orB. megacephala in 10-fold dilution were 89.31% and 94.80% after pesticide spraying for 3 and 5 d; the leaf-protection rates of 10% EW of B. megacephala in 5-fold dilution were 93.50% and 97.83% after pesticide spraying for 3 and 5 d. [ Condusion] The methanol extract of B. megacephala had good control effect against turnip aphid and good protection rate on crops.展开更多
Immature leaves and stems, which were about one to three centimeters nearby the stem tips, of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. (BB) and Blumea laciniata (Roxb.) DC. (BL) were cut into sections under ?18?C with a frozen sec...Immature leaves and stems, which were about one to three centimeters nearby the stem tips, of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. (BB) and Blumea laciniata (Roxb.) DC. (BL) were cut into sections under ?18?C with a frozen section machine, and observed under an optical microscope. Results show that the most significant difference is that the BB has only one kind of glandular trichomes, while the BL has two. The glandular trichomes found on BB terms were all short glandular hairs (SGH), which were not longer than 100 μm. On BL stems, besides the SGH, the long glandular hairs (LGH), which were longer than 200 μm, were also found. By the factors pointed out in present study, the BB and BL and be distinguished from each other.展开更多
To search for the protective actions of blumea flavanones (BFs) on hepatocytes and hepatic subcellular organelle against lipid peroxidation, monkey′s hepatocytes were isolated and cultured with or without blumea flav...To search for the protective actions of blumea flavanones (BFs) on hepatocytes and hepatic subcellular organelle against lipid peroxidation, monkey′s hepatocytes were isolated and cultured with or without blumea flavanones, then damaged by FeSO 4 cysteine or CCl 4. The lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde production) and alteration in hepatocyte membrane (leakage of GPT) were estimated. Hepatic subcellular organelles were also isolated and incubated with or without blumea flavanones, then injured by FeSO 4 ascorbate. The generation of malondialdehyde(MDA) was measured. It was found that BFs 10 and 100 μmol·L 1 inhibited the MDA generation and GPT (glutamic pyruvic transaminase) leakage out of hepatocytes that were induced by CCl 4 or FeSO 4 cysteine. BFs could prevent lipid peroxidation initiated by FeSO 4 ascorbate in subcellular organelle suspension. Among BFs, BF 2 possessed the strongest activity. Conclusion: Blumea flavanones possess antioxidation activities that protect monkey′s hepatocytes and hepatic subcellular organelle against injuries induced by FeSO4 or CCl 4.展开更多
[Objectives]This study aimed to optimize the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of total flavonoids from a Zhuang medicine HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE using response surface methodology.[Methods]Using rutin as a refere...[Objectives]This study aimed to optimize the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of total flavonoids from a Zhuang medicine HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE using response surface methodology.[Methods]Using rutin as a reference substance,a standard curve was drawn at a wavelength of 292 nm.Content determination was performed through absorbance under different conditions.The effects of ultrasonic time,ethanol volume fraction and liquid-to-solid ratio on the yield of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE were investigated by single-factor tests.By using Box-Behnken test,the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was optimized.[Results]The optimal extraction process of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was as follows:ultrasonic time of 30 min,ethanol volume fraction of 50%and liquid-to-solid ratio of 40∶1(mL/g).Under the optimal extraction conditions,the average yield of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was 85.47 mg/g.[Conclusions]The optimized extraction process was convenient and feasible.This study will provide a reference for the extraction of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE,and provide certain guidance and basis for further development and utilization of the plan resource of Blumea riparia(Bl.)DC.展开更多
Objective:To determine chemical composition of the hydrodistilled essential oil of Blumea martiniana,and to evaluate its larvicidal activity against Anopheles anthropophagus,the natural vector of malaria.Methods:Chemi...Objective:To determine chemical composition of the hydrodistilled essential oil of Blumea martiniana,and to evaluate its larvicidal activity against Anopheles anthropophagus,the natural vector of malaria.Methods:Chemical composition of essential oils extracted by steam distillation was investigated by gas chromatography and mass spectroscopy(GC-MS).Larvicidal activity of essential oil and its four main compounds was carried out by WHO method.Twenty larvae of early fourth-instar stage were used in the larvicidal assay and five replicates were maintained for each concentration.The 24 h LC<sub>50</sub> and LC<sub>90</sub> values were determined following probit analysis.Results:Totally 68 compounds corresponding to 98.55%of the total oil were identified and the major constituents of essential oil were:linalool(10.36%),germacrene D(9.09%), borneol(6.24%),γ-terpinene(5.38%).The oil and linalool,germacrene D,bomeol,γ-terpinene exerted significant larvicidal activity with LC<sub>50</sub> values of 46.86,35.87,44.61,35.89,and 29.21 mg/L, respectively.It also showed a dose dependent effect on mortality.Conclusions:The essential oil of Blumea martiniana and its four major compounds may have potential for use in control of Anopheles anthropophagus larvae and could be useful in search of newer,safer and more effective natural compounds as larvicides.展开更多
[Objectives] The aim was to study the antioxidant activity of different solvent extracts of Blumea Megacephala in vitro. [Methods] The removal rates of DPPH free radicals and ABTS free radicals and the reduction capac...[Objectives] The aim was to study the antioxidant activity of different solvent extracts of Blumea Megacephala in vitro. [Methods] The removal rates of DPPH free radicals and ABTS free radicals and the reduction capacity of Fe^(3+) by ethanol extract( EE),acetone extract( AE) and ethyl acetate extract( EAE) of Blumea Megacephala were detected. [Results]The three extracts of Blumea Megacephala had certain antioxidant activity,of which the antioxidant activity of ethyl acetate extract was the strongest and has great potential for development.[Conclusions]The study can provide scientific reference for the deep research on the antioxidant activity of Blumea Megacephala.展开更多
To investigate the therapeutic potentials of na- tural sources, stepwise polarity fractions of Blumea balsamifera were tested for their ability to inhibit aldose reductase (AR) activity in rat lenses. Of these, the et...To investigate the therapeutic potentials of na- tural sources, stepwise polarity fractions of Blumea balsamifera were tested for their ability to inhibit aldose reductase (AR) activity in rat lenses. Of these, the ethyl acetate (EtOAc) fraction exhibited a unique AR inhibitory activity (IC50 value, 0.11 μg/mL). Apigenin was identified from the active EtOAc fraction and exhibited high AR inhibitory activity (IC50 value, 4.03 μM). The content of apigenin was measured in B. balsamifera (0.47 mg/g) by HPLC/UV analysis. Our result suggests that B. balsamifera could be a useful natural source for the development of a novel AR inhibitory agent against diabetic complications.展开更多
The sambong (Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC.) leaf was investigated by applying frozen section and thin section technology, and observed through optical microscope. The results showed that the sambong leaf was firstly ori...The sambong (Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC.) leaf was investigated by applying frozen section and thin section technology, and observed through optical microscope. The results showed that the sambong leaf was firstly originated nearby the apical bud at the stem tip. The first leaf grows fast, that the mitosis happens frequently and the cytoplasm manufacture rapidly. The cells in the first few leaves have not yet differentiated into the spongy parenchyma and palisade parenchyma. In the mature leaf, the spongy parenchyma and palisade parenchyma were fully developed. The epidermal hairs were firstly developed on the abaxial side of the first leaf.展开更多
[Objectives]This study was conducted to investigate the effects of magnesium on the yield of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.and the accumulation of primary metabolites that affect yield of the medicinal material.[Methods]Th...[Objectives]This study was conducted to investigate the effects of magnesium on the yield of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.and the accumulation of primary metabolites that affect yield of the medicinal material.[Methods]The annual seedlings of B.balsamifera were selected as experimental materials.The treatment concentrations of magnesium(Mg)were set as 0,1.5,15 and 150 mg/ml supplied by MgSO4·7H2O.The yield of the medicinal material was measured dynamically.And the content of total sugar was determined by 3,5-dinitrosalicylic acid colorimetry;the content of crude protein was determined by the Kjeldahl method;the ash content was determined by the high-temperature burning method;the crude fat content was determined with a crude fat instrument;and the crude fiber content was determined by the acid-base washing and weighing method.[Results]Mg significantly increased the yield of B.balsamifera medicinal material,especially 15 mg/ml Mg.It was found that in September,October and November,1.5 mg/ml and 15 mg/ml Mg significantly increased the contents of primary metabolites including total sugar,ash,crude protein,crude fat and crude fiber,and 150 mg/ml of Mg increased the accumulation of total sugar,ash,crude protein and crude fiber to different degrees,but had certain inhibitory effect on the accumulation of crude fat.In December,the application of Mg inhibited the accumulation of total sugar,ash and crude protein to different degrees,but significantly promoted the accumulation of crude fat and fiber.[Conclusions]This study provides a theoretical basis for clarifying the effects of different concentrations of magnesium on plant growth.展开更多
[Objectives]To study the variation in main chemical composition of Blumea balsamifera in different growth stages,and to provide a theoretical basis to determine appropriate harvest period.[Methods]The l-borneol of the...[Objectives]To study the variation in main chemical composition of Blumea balsamifera in different growth stages,and to provide a theoretical basis to determine appropriate harvest period.[Methods]The l-borneol of the plant was determined by gas chromatography( GC)with methyl salicylate as internal standard,and total flavonoids were determined by the Aluminum nitrate colorimetry method of Ultraviolet-Visible spectrophotometry. The analysis of variance was used for statistical analysis of the l-borneol and total flavonoids of B. balsamifera in different months and different plant age.[Results]There were differences in chemical ingredients of B. balsamifera in different months of the year.The content of l-borneol in October was the highest,but there was no significant difference from August to December in l-borneol content( P >0. 05). l-borneol content of B. balsamifera in three ages was the highest compared with other ages,and there was a significant difference with B. balsamifera in one year or less( P < 0. 05). Relatively speaking,total flavonoids in June,August and November were higher; total flavonoids content of B. balsamifera in two ages was the highest compared with other ages,and there was a significant difference with other ages( P <0. 05).[Conclusions]If l-borneol is taken as an indicator,for extracting Aipan( l-borneol),it can be harvested from September to midDecember,but October is the best. And it can be harvested at least three years. If the content of total flavonoids is taken as an indicator,it should be harvested in November. And it can be harvested 2-3 years.展开更多
Objective:To rapidly identify the two morphologies and chemical properties of similar herbal medicines,Blumea riparia and B.megacephala as the basis for chemical constituent analysis.Methods:UPLC-Q-Exactive-MS/MS was ...Objective:To rapidly identify the two morphologies and chemical properties of similar herbal medicines,Blumea riparia and B.megacephala as the basis for chemical constituent analysis.Methods:UPLC-Q-Exactive-MS/MS was utilized for profiling and identification of the constituents in B.riparia and B.megacephala.Chemical pattern recognition(CPR)was further used to compare and distinguish the two herbs and to identify their potential characteristic markers.Then,an HPLC method was established for quality evaluation.Results:A total of 93 constituents are identified,including 54 phenolic acids,35 flavonoids,two saccharides,one phenolic acid glycoside,and one other constituent,of which 67 were identified in B.riparia and B.megacephala for the first time.CPR indicates that B.riparia and B.megacephala samples can be distinguished from each other based on the LC–MS data.The isochlorogenic acid A to cryptochlorogenic acid peak area ratio calculated from the HPLC chromatograms was proposed as a differentiation index for distinguishing and quality control of B.riparia and B.megacephala.Conclusion:This study demonstrates significant differences between B.riparia and B.megacephala in terms of chemical composition.The results provide a rapid and simple strategy for the comparison and evaluation of the quality of B.riparia and B.megacephala.展开更多
Objective To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activities of various fractions from theresidues of Blumea balsamifera(BB),and to properly utilize the waste resource.MethodsThe antihyperglycemic activities were evaluate...Objective To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activities of various fractions from theresidues of Blumea balsamifera(BB),and to properly utilize the waste resource.MethodsThe antihyperglycemic activities were evaluated by the suppression on serum glucose level in vivo andα-glucosidase inhibition assay in vitro.The high-,mid-,and low-dose(1,0.5,and 0.25 g/kg of the herb)fractions were ig given to mice for 8 d.The serum glucose was monitored at 1 and 12 h after feeding.Results The fasting and postprandial serum glucose levels of mice treated with high-dose petroleum ether fraction,ethyl acetate fraction,butyl alcohol fraction,methanol fraction,and water extract from BB were 4.45,4.39,4.43,4.15,3.74 mmol/L and 6.98,6.23,6.45,6.26,5.88 mmol/L,respectively,while those in vehicle control group were 5.63 and 7.50 mmol/L.There are four different inhibiting manners by the results ofα-glucosidase inhibition assay.Conclusion The residues of BB have anti-diabetes activities after steam distillation.展开更多
Background:Blumea lacera(Family Asteraceae)is a herb found in the uncultivated lands of many Asian countries.This plant is used by quack doctors for some medicinal purposes.Objective:Works presented in this manuscript...Background:Blumea lacera(Family Asteraceae)is a herb found in the uncultivated lands of many Asian countries.This plant is used by quack doctors for some medicinal purposes.Objective:Works presented in this manuscript were conducted on the ethanol extract of aerial parts of B.lacera.Various pharmacological tests like antioxidant,analgesic,anti-inflammatory,antidiarrheal,diuretic,antibacte-rial,anthelmintic and toxicological tests like brine shrimp lethality and acute toxicity were evaluated.Methods:Antioxidant test was conducted by determining secondary metabolites content and DPPH free radical scavenging assay.Acetic acid-induced writhing method,xylene-induced ear edema method,castor oil-induced diarrheal method,and urinary volume test were performed to evaluate the analgesic,anti-inflammatory,an-tidiarrheal and diuretic effects,respectively.The antibacterial test was performed by disk diffusion method,anthelmintic activity by recording the paralysis and death time of P.cervi and finally,cytotoxic activity was performed by brine shrimp lethality bioassay.Results:TPC,TFC and TTC contents of B.lacera extract were found to be 9 mg GAE/g,31 mg QE/g and 18 mg GAE/g.The SC 50 value of the DPPH radical scavenging assay was found to be higher than 3000μg·mL^(-1).The LD 50 value of B.lacera extract in mice was higher than 5000 mg·kg^(-1).This extract significantly inhibited writhing reflexes by 24.5%and 43.6%and reduced ear edema up to 24.6%and 41%at 250 and 500 mg·kg^(-1) bw doses,respectively.It also increased the latency of the first defecation period up to 52.8 min and 106.6 min as well as decreased the stool count by 34.1%and 48.2%at 250 and 500 mg·kg-1 bw doses,respectively.It also showed an increase in urinary output in the diuretic test.Good antibacterial activity of B.lacera extract was confirmed by retardation in bacterial growth and significantly killed P.cervi in a dose-dependent manner.In brine shrimp lethality bioassay,the LC 50 value was found to be 5.4μg·mL-1.Conclusion:B.lacera showed mild analgesic,anti-inflammatory and antidiarrheal properties.It could be used as a diuretic,antibacterial,anthelmintic and cytotoxic drug which justify the plant’s traditional uses in folk medicine.展开更多
基金Supported by Science and Technology Project of Guizhou Province of China(QKHPTRC[2021]259,QKH LH[2017]7146)Doctoral Research Initiation Fund(GYZYYFY-BS-2018[14])+2 种基金2018 Guizhou Provincial High Level Innovative Talent ProjectResearch Project on Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ethnic Medicine Science and Technology in Guizhou Province(QZYY2017-079,QZYY2017-087)Project of Key Laboratory Characteristic Forestry of Guizhou Province of China(QJHKY[2021]002).
文摘[Objectives]To expose the plausible mechanism of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.against Alzheimer s disease via network pharmacology and HPLC-ESI-HRMS technology.[Methods]To begin with,HPLC-ESI-HRMS was employed to identify the components of B.balsamifera.Secondly,the potential targets of the components were identified and predicted based on chemical similarity and online databases.Thirdly,by way of topological analysis of a component-disease target interaction network,the primary candidate targets and potential active components were identified.Lastly,molecular docking analysis was used to confirm the interaction between active components and therapeutic targets.[Results]According to the final results,HPLC-ESI-HRMS identified 70 components.Out of these,20 components were potentially biologically active,and most of them were sesquiterpenoids.According to the molecular docking results,the primary active components were appropriately coordinated with the core targets,indicating a high level of pharmacodynamic activity.Thus,the sesquiterpenes present in B.balsamifera are considered potential active ingredients having multi-target and multi-pathway effects for treating Alzheimer s disease.[Conclusions]This research will provide a scientific reference for the future pharmacological activity and clinical application of B.balsamifera.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(8140303581374065)~~
文摘The one-year-old seedlings of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. were applied with CaCl2.H2O that supplied Ca in slow growth period of winter three times. The heights, ground diameters, leaf lengths, leaf widths and biomasses of B. balsamifera plants were measured. In addition, the relative contents of total flavones in different parts of B. balsamifera were determined by UV spectrophotometry, and the absolute contents of total flavones were calculated. The relative contents of L-borneol in leaves of B. balsamifera were determined by GC, and the absolute contents of L- borneol were calculated. The results showed that calcium element significantly in- creased the biomasses in leaves, stems and roots of B. balsamifera in slow growth period of winter. The leaf biomass of B. balsamifera in the 5 g/L CaCl2-H2O treat- ment group was significantly higher than those in the other three treatment groups. The leaf biomasses of B. balsamifera in the 10 and 15 g/L CaCl2.H2O treatment groups were significantly higher than that in the CK, with 3.03 and 2.65 times, re- spectively. The application of Ca inhibited the accumulation of total flavones relative contents, but significantly increased the total flavones absolute contents in different parts of B. balsamifera. The relative and absolute contents of L-borneol in the 5 g/L CaCl2 .H2O treatment group were 0.22% and 0.22 g, which were increased by 37.50%, 22.22%, 37.50% and 100%, 100%, 450%, respectively compared with those in the 0, 10 and 15 g/L CaCl2.H2O treatment groups. The Ca element could signifi- cantly promote the accumulation of biomasses in leaves, stems and roots, as well as the absolute contents of total flavones and L-borneol in B. balsamifera in slow growth period of winter.
文摘[ Objective ] The paper was to explore the application of botanical pesticides on controlling turnip aphid ( Lipaphis erysimi Kaltenbach). [ Method ] Through potting efficacy experiment of Chinese cabbage, the control effects of two preparations(20% EC and 10% EW)of methanol extract of Blumea megacephala Chang et Tseng against turnip aphid, as well as leaf-protection effect on Chinese cabbage were determined. [ Result] 20% EC of B. megacephala had the highest efficacy in 10-fold dilution, and its control effects against turnip aphid were 57.78%, 77.19% and 84.79% after pesticide spraying for 24, 48 and 72 h; 10% EW of B. megacephala had the highest efficacy in 5-fold dilution, and its control effects against turnip aphid were 74.44%, 84.79% and 89.14% after pesticide spra- ying for 24, 48 and 72 h. The leaf-protection rates of 20% EC orB. megacephala in 10-fold dilution were 89.31% and 94.80% after pesticide spraying for 3 and 5 d; the leaf-protection rates of 10% EW of B. megacephala in 5-fold dilution were 93.50% and 97.83% after pesticide spraying for 3 and 5 d. [ Condusion] The methanol extract of B. megacephala had good control effect against turnip aphid and good protection rate on crops.
文摘Immature leaves and stems, which were about one to three centimeters nearby the stem tips, of Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC. (BB) and Blumea laciniata (Roxb.) DC. (BL) were cut into sections under ?18?C with a frozen section machine, and observed under an optical microscope. Results show that the most significant difference is that the BB has only one kind of glandular trichomes, while the BL has two. The glandular trichomes found on BB terms were all short glandular hairs (SGH), which were not longer than 100 μm. On BL stems, besides the SGH, the long glandular hairs (LGH), which were longer than 200 μm, were also found. By the factors pointed out in present study, the BB and BL and be distinguished from each other.
文摘To search for the protective actions of blumea flavanones (BFs) on hepatocytes and hepatic subcellular organelle against lipid peroxidation, monkey′s hepatocytes were isolated and cultured with or without blumea flavanones, then damaged by FeSO 4 cysteine or CCl 4. The lipid peroxidation (malondialdehyde production) and alteration in hepatocyte membrane (leakage of GPT) were estimated. Hepatic subcellular organelles were also isolated and incubated with or without blumea flavanones, then injured by FeSO 4 ascorbate. The generation of malondialdehyde(MDA) was measured. It was found that BFs 10 and 100 μmol·L 1 inhibited the MDA generation and GPT (glutamic pyruvic transaminase) leakage out of hepatocytes that were induced by CCl 4 or FeSO 4 cysteine. BFs could prevent lipid peroxidation initiated by FeSO 4 ascorbate in subcellular organelle suspension. Among BFs, BF 2 possessed the strongest activity. Conclusion: Blumea flavanones possess antioxidation activities that protect monkey′s hepatocytes and hepatic subcellular organelle against injuries induced by FeSO4 or CCl 4.
基金National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFC1708005)Applied Basic Research Project of Sichuan Province 2020(20YYJC3299)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2020NGD01).
文摘[Objectives]This study aimed to optimize the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of total flavonoids from a Zhuang medicine HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE using response surface methodology.[Methods]Using rutin as a reference substance,a standard curve was drawn at a wavelength of 292 nm.Content determination was performed through absorbance under different conditions.The effects of ultrasonic time,ethanol volume fraction and liquid-to-solid ratio on the yield of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE were investigated by single-factor tests.By using Box-Behnken test,the ultrasonic-assisted extraction process of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was optimized.[Results]The optimal extraction process of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was as follows:ultrasonic time of 30 min,ethanol volume fraction of 50%and liquid-to-solid ratio of 40∶1(mL/g).Under the optimal extraction conditions,the average yield of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE was 85.47 mg/g.[Conclusions]The optimized extraction process was convenient and feasible.This study will provide a reference for the extraction of total flavonoids from HERBA BLUMEAE RIPARIAE,and provide certain guidance and basis for further development and utilization of the plan resource of Blumea riparia(Bl.)DC.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (50676041)financial support provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (20676041)
文摘Objective:To determine chemical composition of the hydrodistilled essential oil of Blumea martiniana,and to evaluate its larvicidal activity against Anopheles anthropophagus,the natural vector of malaria.Methods:Chemical composition of essential oils extracted by steam distillation was investigated by gas chromatography and mass spectroscopy(GC-MS).Larvicidal activity of essential oil and its four main compounds was carried out by WHO method.Twenty larvae of early fourth-instar stage were used in the larvicidal assay and five replicates were maintained for each concentration.The 24 h LC<sub>50</sub> and LC<sub>90</sub> values were determined following probit analysis.Results:Totally 68 compounds corresponding to 98.55%of the total oil were identified and the major constituents of essential oil were:linalool(10.36%),germacrene D(9.09%), borneol(6.24%),γ-terpinene(5.38%).The oil and linalool,germacrene D,bomeol,γ-terpinene exerted significant larvicidal activity with LC<sub>50</sub> values of 46.86,35.87,44.61,35.89,and 29.21 mg/L, respectively.It also showed a dose dependent effect on mortality.Conclusions:The essential oil of Blumea martiniana and its four major compounds may have potential for use in control of Anopheles anthropophagus larvae and could be useful in search of newer,safer and more effective natural compounds as larvicides.
基金Supported by National Innovation Planning Project for University Students in 2017(201710599021)Chemical Construction Project for Key Subjects of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the"12th Five-Year Plan"Period of State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine([2012]32)+1 种基金Chemical Construction Project of Drugs for Key Subjects in Guangxi([2017]22)Guangxi Key Discipline Drug Chemistry Construction Project
文摘[Objectives] The aim was to study the antioxidant activity of different solvent extracts of Blumea Megacephala in vitro. [Methods] The removal rates of DPPH free radicals and ABTS free radicals and the reduction capacity of Fe^(3+) by ethanol extract( EE),acetone extract( AE) and ethyl acetate extract( EAE) of Blumea Megacephala were detected. [Results]The three extracts of Blumea Megacephala had certain antioxidant activity,of which the antioxidant activity of ethyl acetate extract was the strongest and has great potential for development.[Conclusions]The study can provide scientific reference for the deep research on the antioxidant activity of Blumea Megacephala.
文摘To investigate the therapeutic potentials of na- tural sources, stepwise polarity fractions of Blumea balsamifera were tested for their ability to inhibit aldose reductase (AR) activity in rat lenses. Of these, the ethyl acetate (EtOAc) fraction exhibited a unique AR inhibitory activity (IC50 value, 0.11 μg/mL). Apigenin was identified from the active EtOAc fraction and exhibited high AR inhibitory activity (IC50 value, 4.03 μM). The content of apigenin was measured in B. balsamifera (0.47 mg/g) by HPLC/UV analysis. Our result suggests that B. balsamifera could be a useful natural source for the development of a novel AR inhibitory agent against diabetic complications.
文摘The sambong (Blumea balsamifera (L.) DC.) leaf was investigated by applying frozen section and thin section technology, and observed through optical microscope. The results showed that the sambong leaf was firstly originated nearby the apical bud at the stem tip. The first leaf grows fast, that the mitosis happens frequently and the cytoplasm manufacture rapidly. The cells in the first few leaves have not yet differentiated into the spongy parenchyma and palisade parenchyma. In the mature leaf, the spongy parenchyma and palisade parenchyma were fully developed. The epidermal hairs were firstly developed on the abaxial side of the first leaf.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(81403035)Central Public-interest Scientific Institution Basal Research Fund for Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences(1630032019004)Central Public-interest Scientific Institution Basal Research Fund for Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences(1630032020002).
文摘[Objectives]This study was conducted to investigate the effects of magnesium on the yield of Blumea balsamifera(L.)DC.and the accumulation of primary metabolites that affect yield of the medicinal material.[Methods]The annual seedlings of B.balsamifera were selected as experimental materials.The treatment concentrations of magnesium(Mg)were set as 0,1.5,15 and 150 mg/ml supplied by MgSO4·7H2O.The yield of the medicinal material was measured dynamically.And the content of total sugar was determined by 3,5-dinitrosalicylic acid colorimetry;the content of crude protein was determined by the Kjeldahl method;the ash content was determined by the high-temperature burning method;the crude fat content was determined with a crude fat instrument;and the crude fiber content was determined by the acid-base washing and weighing method.[Results]Mg significantly increased the yield of B.balsamifera medicinal material,especially 15 mg/ml Mg.It was found that in September,October and November,1.5 mg/ml and 15 mg/ml Mg significantly increased the contents of primary metabolites including total sugar,ash,crude protein,crude fat and crude fiber,and 150 mg/ml of Mg increased the accumulation of total sugar,ash,crude protein and crude fiber to different degrees,but had certain inhibitory effect on the accumulation of crude fat.In December,the application of Mg inhibited the accumulation of total sugar,ash and crude protein to different degrees,but significantly promoted the accumulation of crude fat and fiber.[Conclusions]This study provides a theoretical basis for clarifying the effects of different concentrations of magnesium on plant growth.
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文摘[Objectives]To study the variation in main chemical composition of Blumea balsamifera in different growth stages,and to provide a theoretical basis to determine appropriate harvest period.[Methods]The l-borneol of the plant was determined by gas chromatography( GC)with methyl salicylate as internal standard,and total flavonoids were determined by the Aluminum nitrate colorimetry method of Ultraviolet-Visible spectrophotometry. The analysis of variance was used for statistical analysis of the l-borneol and total flavonoids of B. balsamifera in different months and different plant age.[Results]There were differences in chemical ingredients of B. balsamifera in different months of the year.The content of l-borneol in October was the highest,but there was no significant difference from August to December in l-borneol content( P >0. 05). l-borneol content of B. balsamifera in three ages was the highest compared with other ages,and there was a significant difference with B. balsamifera in one year or less( P < 0. 05). Relatively speaking,total flavonoids in June,August and November were higher; total flavonoids content of B. balsamifera in two ages was the highest compared with other ages,and there was a significant difference with other ages( P <0. 05).[Conclusions]If l-borneol is taken as an indicator,for extracting Aipan( l-borneol),it can be harvested from September to midDecember,but October is the best. And it can be harvested at least three years. If the content of total flavonoids is taken as an indicator,it should be harvested in November. And it can be harvested 2-3 years.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFC1706101)The Sichuan Key Research and Development Program(No.2021YFS0043)+1 种基金Leading Talent Support Program of National Civil Commission(2021)Special Fund of Natural Science for the Central Universities(No.2020NQN42).
文摘Objective:To rapidly identify the two morphologies and chemical properties of similar herbal medicines,Blumea riparia and B.megacephala as the basis for chemical constituent analysis.Methods:UPLC-Q-Exactive-MS/MS was utilized for profiling and identification of the constituents in B.riparia and B.megacephala.Chemical pattern recognition(CPR)was further used to compare and distinguish the two herbs and to identify their potential characteristic markers.Then,an HPLC method was established for quality evaluation.Results:A total of 93 constituents are identified,including 54 phenolic acids,35 flavonoids,two saccharides,one phenolic acid glycoside,and one other constituent,of which 67 were identified in B.riparia and B.megacephala for the first time.CPR indicates that B.riparia and B.megacephala samples can be distinguished from each other based on the LC–MS data.The isochlorogenic acid A to cryptochlorogenic acid peak area ratio calculated from the HPLC chromatograms was proposed as a differentiation index for distinguishing and quality control of B.riparia and B.megacephala.Conclusion:This study demonstrates significant differences between B.riparia and B.megacephala in terms of chemical composition.The results provide a rapid and simple strategy for the comparison and evaluation of the quality of B.riparia and B.megacephala.
文摘Objective To evaluate the antihyperglycemic activities of various fractions from theresidues of Blumea balsamifera(BB),and to properly utilize the waste resource.MethodsThe antihyperglycemic activities were evaluated by the suppression on serum glucose level in vivo andα-glucosidase inhibition assay in vitro.The high-,mid-,and low-dose(1,0.5,and 0.25 g/kg of the herb)fractions were ig given to mice for 8 d.The serum glucose was monitored at 1 and 12 h after feeding.Results The fasting and postprandial serum glucose levels of mice treated with high-dose petroleum ether fraction,ethyl acetate fraction,butyl alcohol fraction,methanol fraction,and water extract from BB were 4.45,4.39,4.43,4.15,3.74 mmol/L and 6.98,6.23,6.45,6.26,5.88 mmol/L,respectively,while those in vehicle control group were 5.63 and 7.50 mmol/L.There are four different inhibiting manners by the results ofα-glucosidase inhibition assay.Conclusion The residues of BB have anti-diabetes activities after steam distillation.
基金The project was self-funded.Some resources and facilities were pro-vided by Pharmacy Discipline,Khulna University.
文摘Background:Blumea lacera(Family Asteraceae)is a herb found in the uncultivated lands of many Asian countries.This plant is used by quack doctors for some medicinal purposes.Objective:Works presented in this manuscript were conducted on the ethanol extract of aerial parts of B.lacera.Various pharmacological tests like antioxidant,analgesic,anti-inflammatory,antidiarrheal,diuretic,antibacte-rial,anthelmintic and toxicological tests like brine shrimp lethality and acute toxicity were evaluated.Methods:Antioxidant test was conducted by determining secondary metabolites content and DPPH free radical scavenging assay.Acetic acid-induced writhing method,xylene-induced ear edema method,castor oil-induced diarrheal method,and urinary volume test were performed to evaluate the analgesic,anti-inflammatory,an-tidiarrheal and diuretic effects,respectively.The antibacterial test was performed by disk diffusion method,anthelmintic activity by recording the paralysis and death time of P.cervi and finally,cytotoxic activity was performed by brine shrimp lethality bioassay.Results:TPC,TFC and TTC contents of B.lacera extract were found to be 9 mg GAE/g,31 mg QE/g and 18 mg GAE/g.The SC 50 value of the DPPH radical scavenging assay was found to be higher than 3000μg·mL^(-1).The LD 50 value of B.lacera extract in mice was higher than 5000 mg·kg^(-1).This extract significantly inhibited writhing reflexes by 24.5%and 43.6%and reduced ear edema up to 24.6%and 41%at 250 and 500 mg·kg^(-1) bw doses,respectively.It also increased the latency of the first defecation period up to 52.8 min and 106.6 min as well as decreased the stool count by 34.1%and 48.2%at 250 and 500 mg·kg-1 bw doses,respectively.It also showed an increase in urinary output in the diuretic test.Good antibacterial activity of B.lacera extract was confirmed by retardation in bacterial growth and significantly killed P.cervi in a dose-dependent manner.In brine shrimp lethality bioassay,the LC 50 value was found to be 5.4μg·mL-1.Conclusion:B.lacera showed mild analgesic,anti-inflammatory and antidiarrheal properties.It could be used as a diuretic,antibacterial,anthelmintic and cytotoxic drug which justify the plant’s traditional uses in folk medicine.