Discussion
Alkaloids-ajmalicine, serpentine and reserpine are obtained from the roots of :
Answer: A
The three alkaloids are obtained from the roots of Rauwolfia serpentina.
Indian snakeroot (sarpagandha) is the source of reserpine, the classic antihypertensive and tranquilliser, together with serpentine and ajmalicine and related indole alkaloids. The plant has a long use in Ayurveda for hypertension and insanity.
Bacopa monnieri (brahmi) yields bacosides used as memory tonics. Papaver somniferum yields opium alkaloids such as morphine and codeine. Catharanthus roseus is known for vinblastine and vincristine; its roots also contain ajmalicine and serpentine, but not reserpine, so only Rauwolfia supplies all three.
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