Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides and Zanthoxylum leprieurii: a micromorphological phytochemical and antibacterial evaluation

摘要

Introduction: The biosynthesis of a large diversity of secondary metabolites, that includes terpenic compounds, alkaloids, flavonoids and phenolics, is one of the most relevant adaptive mechanism presented by plants in order to survive on harsh environment. The objective of this work was to carry out preliminary studies on micromorphology, phytochemical profile and antibacterial activity of two Rutaceae species, native to Guinea-Bissau, Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides and Z. leprieurii. Both species are currently used as medicine and their antimicrobial properties, among others, are reported in the regions of their geographical distribution.