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ABSTRACT
Spondias mombin is commonly used by the local populace to treat various diseases. This study determined and compared the phytochemical composition of the hexane and dichloromethane fractions of S. mombin stem bark. The result of the qualitative phytochemical analysis showed the fractions were rich in alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, phenol and reducing sugars. Both fractions had appreciable quantities of these phytochemicals. However, the DCM fraction had a significantly higher amount of all phytochemicals tested. Furthermore, the HPLC fingerprint of the DCM fraction revealed an array of specific phytochemicals with reported medicinal value. In conclusion, although both fractions were rich in bioactive phytochemicals the DCM fraction was more active compared to the hexane fraction. These findings further substantiate the medicinal uses of this plant.
