Phytochemicals M. putterlickoides(Stem) S. spectabilis(Leaves) O.  usambarensis(Leaves)
Alkaloids + + +
Tannins + + +
Anthrocyanins + + +
Triterpenes & steroids + + +
Saponins + + +
Flavonoids + + +
Coumarins + + +
Reducing Sugars + + +
Key: + shows presence of phytochemical
Table 3: Phytochemical determination of selected medicinal plant.