Experiment 14 Study of microscopical features of Mentha

Experiment 14

STUDY OF MICROSCOPICAL FEATURES OF MENTHA

Microscopical Features

• -          Mentha consists of diacytic stomata which are present mostly on the lower side.
• -          Covering trichomes are 3-8 celled uniseriate having pointed apex and longitudinally striated cuticle.
• -          The larger glandular trichome consist of unicellular stalk and glandular head composed  of 8 radiating cells.
• -          Palisade is single layered.

Chemical constituents

• -          Menthol
• -          Menthone
• -          Cineole

Pharmacological action/ Uses

• -          Carminative
• -          Flavoring agent
• -          Stimulant
• -          Rheumatism
• -          Neuralgia
• -          Headache
•       Toothache