Journal of Plant Biochemistry & Physiology
Open Access

Abstract

Total Phenolic Content and Antioxidant Potential of Local Varieties of Hemp in Pakistan (Cannabis sativa)

Husnain Nawaz*, Ahsan Nawaz and Ayesha Ahsan

Hemp is a local plant of highlands of Pakistan, it is a crop of massive economic importance, and this paper is an effort to acknowledge the marvelous physio-chemical properties and socio-economical uses of hemp plant. Hemp extract is rich in antioxidants and a significant phenolic content. It is a crop containing a high polyunsaturated acid content and antioxidants. The hemp oil was extracted from the seeds of hemp and 33% yield was acquired and it was compared for its TPC and antioxidants with the commercially available hemp oil. Folin-Ciocalteu reagent and DPPH assay were used to determine total phenolic content of oil and leaves extracts. The future prospects of the study reside in the idea that hemp is a valuable crop thus it should be explored further for commercial and edible purposes.

Published Date: 2021-10-04; Received Date: 2021-09-13