Evaluation of Nutrient and Phytochemical Composition of Cola lepidota Fruits (K. Schum):...

The nutrient and phytochemical composition of Cola lepidota fruits, also known as Monkey Kola, was investigated in this research. The pulps were removed, grated, and dried before being used. Dried pulps were milled into flour and packed in airtight polyethene sachets with proper labelling. Normal AOAC methods were used to determine the nutrient composition, while the phytochemical composition was calculated using the Methods such as gravimetric and spectrophotometric analysis The findings showed that a 100 g portion of fresh Cola lepidota had a high moisture content (88.9%) and a moderate carbohydrate content. Calcium (182.5 mg/100 g) was the most abundant mineral, followed by magnesium (87.5 mg/100 g), potassium (68.1 mg/100 g), and phosphorous (34.4 mg/100 g). Vitamin A (25.63 mg/100 g) and vitamin C (12.98 mg/100 g) are abundant in Cola lepidota. The phytochemical content of the fruit was very high, with flavonoid (420.7 mg/100 g) and saponin (42.4 mg/100 g) being the most abundant. These results suggest that this underappreciated fruit has a wide range of nutritional and health benefits. As a result, the findings of the study will contribute to expanding the field of awareness and encouraging the conservation and domestication of this species.

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