Evaluation of anthelmintic activity of Ixora coccinea

Abstract

Ixora coccinea Linn. (Rubiaceae) is a bushy, rounded shrub found in subtropical region of Florida. The objective of this work is to evaluate and compare anthelmintic activity of different extracts of Ixora coccinea roots. Earthworms were used for anthelmintic activity. Albendazole was used as standard. Time required for paralysis and death of animals were noted for each sample. Chloroform extract show good activity than petroleum ether extract, ethyl acetate extract and methanol extract.