Antimicrobial Activities of Ficus congensis Extracts
Author Information
Author(s): Alaribe Chinwendum Stephenie, Shode Francis, Coker Herbert A. B., Ayoola Gloria, Sunday Adesegun, Singh Nisha, Iwuanyanwu Silva
Primary Institution: University of Lagos
Hypothesis
The study investigates the antimicrobial activities of hexane extract and decussatin from the stem bark of Ficus congensis.
Conclusion
The hexane extract showed significant antimicrobial activity against certain bacteria and fungi, while decussatin did not demonstrate appreciable antimicrobial effects.
Supporting Evidence
- Hexane extract showed potent antibacterial activity against E. coli and B. subtilis.
- Decussatin did not show appreciable antimicrobial activity.
- Only hexane extract was active against C. albicans.
Takeaway
Researchers looked at a plant called Ficus congensis to see if it could fight germs. They found that one part of the plant worked well against some germs, but another part didn't work at all.
Methodology
The study used chromatographic techniques to isolate compounds and tested their antimicrobial activities using broth microdilution and disc agar diffusion methods.
Limitations
Decussatin did not show significant antimicrobial activity at the tested concentrations.
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