Qualitative Assessment and Phytochemical Profiling of Abelmoschus Esculentus Seeds

Native to tropical and sub-tropical regions across the globe Abelmoschus esculentus - also known as okra - is an important vegetable crop with diverse nutritional qualities and medicinal potential. In this research Abelmoschus esculentus seeds, which may show antioxidant and antibacterial activity will be examined, the scientific proof of efficacy of Abelmoschus esculentus used traditionally in the treatment of various diseases is lacking and therefore there is need to exploit the seeds. However, this research has the potential of providing some information on the phytochemical properties of the seeds. Meanwhile the study's objective is to assess the phytochemical qualities of Abelmoschus esculentus seeds. The following goals are the focus of the research: To ascertain the seed's physicochemical characteristics, to ascertain the seed's chemical composition, to ascertain the seed's organoleptic characteristics. Efforts focusing on okra seeds' organoleptic evaluation (including coloration - reddish - smell - characteristic - taste - characteristic - and texture - fine) physicochemical analysis (yielding results such as moisture content: 8%, total ash: 3.67%, acid insoluble ash: 2%, alcohol extractive value: 1.2%, water extractive values: 8.1%) and phytochemical tests (identifying alkaloids in the water-soluble extract) we gained valuable knowledge about this crop's characteristics.