Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Biological Study of Tamarix Aphylla in Tehsil Paroa, District Dera Ismail Khan

Muhammad Matiullah; Urooj Gul; Kashaf Zahra; Naimat Ullah; Nasr Ullah Khan; Sumia Ali; Memoona

Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Biological Study of Tamarix Aphylla in Tehsil Paroa, District Dera Ismail Khan

Authors

Muhammad Matiullah M. Phil Botany students, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Urooj Gul M. Phil Botany students, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Kashaf Zahra M. Phil Botany students, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Naimat Ullah Assistant Professor, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Nasr Ullah Khan Assistant Professor, Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, Faculty of Agriculture, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Sumia Ali M. Phil Botany students, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Memoona M. Phil Botany students, Institute of Biological Sciences, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Keywords:

Phytochemical analysis, Secondary metabolites, Biological activities, Antimicrobial properties, Tamarix aphylla

Abstract

Tamarix aphylla, a plant species native to Tehsil Paroa in District Dera Ismail Khan, KPK, Pakistan, has long been embedded in the local culture and traditional medicine practices. This study presents a comprehensive exploration of the ethnobotanical, phytochemical, and biological attributes of T. aphyla in this region. Extensive field surveys and interviews with local communities revealed a rich tapestry of traditional knowledge. T. aphyla finds diverse applications, including medicinal uses for ailments ranging from digestive disorders to dermatological conditions. The plant also holds cultural significance in rituals and ceremonies. Plant specimens were meticulously collected and subjected to extraction processes. Phytochemical screening unveiled the presence of various secondary metabolites, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, tannins, and phenolic compounds. Advanced analytical techniques further elucidated specific chemical constituents. Biological assays showcased promising activities of T. aphyla extracts, including potent antimicrobial properties against clinically relevant pathogens. These findings underscore the value of Tamarix aphylla in the traditional pharmacopoeia of Tehsil Paroa and warrant further exploration of its potential in modern medicine. This study contributes to the preservation of Indigenous knowledge and offers a foundation for future drug development endeavors.

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Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Biological Study of Tamarix Aphylla in Tehsil Paroa, District Dera Ismail Khan