"AN EXPERIMENTAL STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFECT OF HERBAL SOLUTION AS AN ALTERNATIVE FOR PLANT PRESERVATION IN COMPARISON TO FORMALIN"
Dr. Jyoti1* and Dr. Anitha H.
ABSTRACT
In ancient Indian culture, various formulas were explained and used to preserve plant parts, and later, new methods utilising formalin-based decomposition solutions were invented. Formalin is well known to be used in the fixing process. Since its beginning, formalin has been linked to a variety of poisonous and irritating side effects, as well as being harmful to the environment. The current study will endeavour to discover a possible herbal remedy to replace formalin. Aim: - The goal of this research is to create a new herbal remedy that is less dangerous than formalin. Material and Methods: - Preparation of Herbal solution extract of Guava and Lemon by using Distillation techniques. Result- Over the course of the six-month trial, the samples of Tulsi stem parts in glass jar were checked every 15 days to assess their consistency, colour, solution odour, and structural integrity. Conclusion- The results of this study, which support further research on the preservation of other plant components and prolonged periods, address the study's limitations.
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