Authors : Pranita P. Shuddhalwar , Vijay N. Charde and Suvarna P. Patil.
Page Nos : 179-185
Description :
Limonia acidissima is a tropical fruit belonging to the family Rutaceae. The study was conducted to evaluate the phytochemicals and antibacterial efficacy of root, bark and leaf of Limonia acidissima against MDR species. Among the three plant parts, methanolic extract of root and leaf possessed high amount of carbohydrate. The protein content was more in methanolic extract of root and methanolic extract of bark and leaf is rich with alkaloids. Petroleum ether and acetone extract of root showed good antibacterial activity against S. aureus. The findings of present study revealed that leaf, root and bark parts of Limonia acidissima demonstrate the presence of potential extractive active substances and their antibacterial potential.
