Antimicrobial activity of aqueous extract of Laetiporus sulphureus (Bull.: Fr.) Murill

Zbornik Matice Srpske za Prirodne Nauke

关键词: antimicrobial activity;    aqueous extract;    Laetiporus sulphureus;   

DOI  :  10.2298/ZMSPN1120299S

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Wood-rotting basidiomycete, Laetiporus sulphureus (Bull.: Fr.) Murill., alsoknown as chicken of the woods, is known for its nutritional value. In thisstudy, aqueous extract obtained from L. sulphureus was investigated for itsantimicrobial properties using microdilution in vitro assay. Plant, animaland human pathogens, as well as food spoilage agents, were tested. Aqueousextract obtained from L. sulphureus showed strong activity against the testedmicroorganisms in a dose dependent manner. Considering that there is aconstant emerging of pathogen resistance to the known synthetic agents, thereis an undeniable need for new therapeutical drugs and preservatives in foodindustry. Thus, these results that indicate activity of natural products maybe of practical use.

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