International Science Community Association International Research Journal of Biological Sciences 14 1 2025 02 10 Extraction and characterization of secondary metabolites from Wild Senna and analyse it’s in vitro antimicrobial activity for pharmacological applications 13 18 EN Baba Hussaina Sani 1 Department of Biological Science, College of Natural and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, P.M.B. 3011, Kano, Kano State Nas Faruk Sani 2 Department of Biological Science, College of Natural and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, P.M.B. 3011, Kano, Kano State Maigari Ahmad Kabir 3 Department of Biological Science, College of Natural and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, P.M.B. 3011, Kano, Kano State Abubakar Salisu 4 Department of Biological Science, College of Natural and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bayero University, P.M.B. 3011, Kano, Kano State and Biotechnology Advanced Research Centre, Sheda Science and Technology Complex, P.M.B. 186, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria Wilson Victoria 1 Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria Goodlife Eugenia Ebene 2 Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria Patle Prajakta 1 Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University Chhattisgarh, Raipur-493225, India Meshram Anju 2 Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University Chhattisgarh, Raipur-493225, India > Research Paper 2024 8 31 2025 02 10 The Asteraceae family stands out as one of the largest and most diverse flowering plant families globally, encompassing over 1600 genera and 2500 species. The importance of weeds in pharmacology encompasses a range of valuable contributions to the field of research. Medicinal plants play a crucial role in the pharmaceutical industry, serving as valuable sources of compounds that serve as precursors for drug development. This research delves into the preliminary phytochemical analysis revealing its richness in phenolic and flavonoid secondary metabolites, with the presence of tannins exclusively in its crude methanolic extract. Through qualitative phytochemical analysis, the research has identified the presence of various bioactive compounds such as Phenols, Flavonoids, Terpenoids, Alkaloids, Tannins, Steroids, Carbohydrates, Glycosides, Amino Acids, and Proteins. Weeds constitute a diverse group of plants, and their various species often contain a wide array of chemical compounds. These bioactive compounds can be explored for their pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, and antioxidant activities. Weeds can serve as precursors for the synthesis of pharmaceutical drugs. Understanding the chemical composition of weeds allows researchers to identify and extract compounds that may be used as starting materials or inspiration for drug development. Weeds have been used in traditional medicine by various cultures for centuries. The collective pharmacological potential of its diverse members underscores the importance of further research and exploration of this plant family for its potential contributions to preventive and therapeutic applications in human health. Utilizing weeds as a sustainable resource aligns with the growing emphasis on environmentally friendly and economically viable drug discovery. This article consolidates current knowledge on the medicinal properties and traditional uses of these plants, shedding light on their wide-ranging pharmacological actions including anti-diarrhoeal, antimicrobial, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-plasmodial activities. Copyright@ International Science Community Association