Activity of some medicinal plants against certain pathogenic bacterial strains

摘要

Medicinal plants are an important therapeutic aid for various ailments Scientific experiments on the antimicrobial properties of plant components were first documented in the late 19th century. In India, from ancient times, different parts of medicinal plants have been used to cure specific ailments. Today, there is widespread interest in drugs derived from plants. This interest primarily stems from the belief that green medicine is safe and dependable, compared with costly synthetic drugs that have adverse effects. Natural antimicrobials can be derived from plants, animal tissues, or microorganisms. The shortcomings of the drugs available today, propel the discovery of new pharmacotherapeutic agents in medicinal plants.To determine the potential and promote the use of herbal medicine, it is essential to intensify the study of medicinal plants that find place in folklore. In this study, some selected plants of Saurashtra region, India, were screened for potential antibacterial activity.