Phytochemical and neuropharmacological activity of leaves extract of Tridax procumbens linn

The neuropharmacological activities of the hydroalcoholic extract of Tridax procumbens were screened in mice. Preliminary phytochemical evaluation of extract was also carried out. The extract (200 and 400mg./kg orally.) possess a significant (p<0.05) depression in general behavioral test. The HAETP showed a significant reduction in spontaneous motor activity, rota rod test showed reduction on grip strength was found significant and open field method significantly reduction in number of squares entered with both forelimbs with compare with normal control.