Review
Abstract
This paper reviews the antimicrobial research undertaken on Ficus species. Antimicrobial methods [disc and well diffusion, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), minimum bacterial concentration (MBC)] were used to evaluate the different extracts. The majority of published articles use MIC assays for antimicrobial determination. An overview is given on the activities; extracts, compounds or oils from the publication. Phytochemical screenings as well as some bioactive compounds are given with empirical data. Preliminary results of antimicrobial activity supported the traditional use of Ficus in folk medicine. These findings suggest a new pathway in elucidating a potent antimicrobial agent from Ficus species.
Key words: Antimicrobial activities, phytochemical composition, extracts, Ficus.
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