Special Issue Description


Authors : Arun K. Zingare

Page Nos : 11-14

Description :
The ethanolic and aq. Extracts of the Adansonia digitata and Cochlospermum religiosum were screened for the presence of possible anti-microbial activity using the well-agar plate diffusion method. They were tested against gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) and gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coliformium). The susceptibility of the microorganisms to the extracts of these plants compared on the basis of their zone of growth of inhibition. The antimicrobial activities of these plants were discussed according to their phytochemical components. Key words: Antimicrobial activity, gram-positive, gram-negative, Medicinal plants, Adansonia digitata, Cochlospermum religiosum.

Date of Online: 30 Special Issue-6 Oct. 2015