Phytochemical Profiling of Tecoma stans (L.) Juss. ex Kunth. flower extract by GC-MS: Identification of Bioactive Constituents and their Potential Therapeutic Significance

Abstract

Tecoma stans (L.) Juss. Ex. Kunth commonly known as Yellow Bells is widely distributed across tropical and subtropical regions of India. In various cultures, it has been traditionally used for its medicinal properties, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. Tecoma stans flower extract revealed a diverse range of 122 phytoconstituents includes major components based on area percentage were Bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (RT: 40.844, 32.77%), Tetratetracontane (RT: 43.439, 10.93%), Hexatriacontane (RT: 46.227, 5.45%), 2-Hexanone, 3, 3-dimethyl (RT: 6.411, 4.70%), Ether, 3-butenylpropyl (RT: 6.173, 4.70%), 7-Octadecenoic acid, methyl ester (RT: 33.669, 2.62%), Tetracosane (RT: 40.445, 3.15%). The rich chemical variety in the extract directly supports its traditional medicinal uses. Our findings provide a scientific basis for using Tecoma stans and confirm its potential as a source of powerful, naturally occurring compounds.