Chrysophyllum albidum

he earth harbours a rich source of medicinal plants which are used in the treatment of various ailments. Aqueous and ethanol extracts of Chrysophyllum albidum root were assayed for their phytochemical content and in vitro anti-inflammatory activity using standard methods. The total phenolic, flavonoid and proanthocyanidin contents were quantified. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity was evaluated using membrane stabilization, proteinase inhibitory activity and protein denaturation assay at various concentrations.