Partial Purification of Methanol Extract of Guava Leaves (psidium Guajava) Using Chromatographic Techniques

Student: Vivian Chinyere Okoro (Project, 2025)
Department of Applied Biochemistry
Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, Nasarawa State


Abstract

This project focused on the methanolic extraction and partial purification of bioactive compounds from Psidium guajava (guava) leaves using chromatographic methods. Fresh leaves were collected, thoroughly washed, and air-dried under shade for seven days to prevent photo- degradation of sensitive phytochemicals. The dried leaves were then ground into fine powder using a clean mortar and pestle.

Keywords
partial purification methanol extract guava leaves psidium guajava chromatographic techniques