DETERMINATION OF ASCORBIC ACID CONTENT IN THE AERIAL PART OF ICELAND MOSS (CETRARIA ISLANDICA)

Abstract

The content of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in the aerial part of Cetraria islandica was determined. The study was carried out using the high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method. The results demonstrated the presence of ascorbic acid in Cetraria islandica and indicated that it may serve as a source of vitamin C as a medicinal raw material. The findings of this study are of significant importance for recommending the use of this plant in the pharmaceutical, medical, and food industries.