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LC-ESI-MS/MS-based Phytochemical Profiling and Analysis of the Thermostability of Dietary Antioxidants of a Wild Edible Rattan Species Calamus Floribundus

International Journal of Agriculture & Environmental Science
© 2025 by SSRG - IJAES Journal
Volume 12 Issue 2
Year of Publication : 2025
Authors : Kangkon Saikia, Saurav Dey, Arun Kumar Handique
10.14445/23942568/IJAES-V12I2P103
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Kangkon Saikia, Saurav Dey, Arun Kumar Handique, "LC-ESI-MS/MS-based Phytochemical Profiling and Analysis of the Thermostability of Dietary Antioxidants of a Wild Edible Rattan Species Calamus Floribundus," SSRG International Journal of Agriculture & Environmental Science, vol. 12,  no. 2, pp. 18-26, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23942568/IJAES-V12I2P103

Abstract:

Calamus floribundus, a rattan species primarily known for its use in crafting industries, is also valued as a wild edible plant among ethnic communities. Traditional knowledge highlights its tender shoot as a rich source of essential nutrients, bioactive compounds, and dietary antioxidants. This study investigates its nutritional composition, phytochemical profile, antioxidant activity, and thermostability using advanced analytical techniques, including LC-ESI-MS/MS. The results reveal high protein content (23.05%) and significant mineral levels, particularly potassium (3206.91 mg/100g), iron (164.25 mg/100g), and zinc (24.36 mg/100g), surpassing many conventional leafy vegetables. C. floribundus also exhibits strong antioxidant potential, with rich phenolic (64.23 mg GAE/g dm) and flavonoid (43.68 mg RE/g dm) contents contributing to robust free radical scavenging activity.Phytochemical analysis identifies key polyphenols such as chlorogenic, caffeic, rutin, and quercetin. The thermostability study indicates an initial increase in antioxidant content and activity during the first 30 minutes of heat exposure, followed by a gradual but marginal decline. However, activity remains higher than baseline levels. These findings establish C. floribundus as a nutritionally rich, functional food with potential applications in dietary supplementation and sustainable nutrition, particularly in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and promoting health through natural antioxidants.

Keywords:

Wild edible plants, Phytochemical composition, Rattan species, Minerals, Antioxidants.

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