Abstract:Background: Ficus carica Linn. (Moraceae) is commonly known as edible fig. It has been cultivated by humans for over 5000 years. In India, it is cultivated in many parts of North India for its fruits. Aim: Due to the useful effect of leaves in skin diseases, pharmacognostical standardization of F. carica leaves was carried out. Material and Methods: Morphological examination showed that leaves are long, palmate-shaped, and dark green in color. The leaves powder had characteristic odor and taste. Transverse sec… Show more
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