Determination of the n-alkane profile of epicuticular wax extracted from mature leaves of Cestrum nocturnum (Solanaceae: Solanales)

An n-hexane extract of fresh, mature leaves of Cestrum nocturnum (Solanales: Solanaceae) containing thin layer epicuticular waxes was analysed by thin-layer chromatography, infrared and gas liquid chromatography using standard hydrocarbons. Seventeen long chain alkanes (n-C18 to n-C34) were identified and quantified. Hentriacontane (n-C31) was established as the major n-alkane, while nonadecane (n-C19) was the least abundant component of the extracted wax fraction. The carbon preference index calculated for the sample was 1.30, showing an odd to even carbon number predominance.

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