Identification of secondary metabolite compounds of PecutKuda (Stachytarpethajamaicensis L) flower stalk using GC-MS

Abstract

This study aims to determine the types of secondary metabolite compounds from ethanol extract of PecutKuda (Stachytarpethajamaicensis L) flower stalk using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) method. This research was started by macerating the sample for 3x24 hours using 96% ethanol as a solvent. The next step was to identify secondary metabolite compounds in the Pecut Kuda flower stalk using GC-MS. The results showed Squalene, α-Tocopherol, Ethyl Linoleate, Stigmasta-7,16-dien-3-ol, 15 Hydroxypentadecanoicacid, Phytol, 6-Octadecenoic acid, 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid. These compounds have functions as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibiotic and antidote to free radicals in wound healing.