What is it about?

The present investigation was undertaken which deals with the phytochemical screening and evaluation of antibacterial and antifungal activity of different fractions (petroleum etheric, diethyl etheric and methanolic) of Commelina diffusa Burm. f.

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Why is it important?

The results revealed that different fractions of Commelina diffusa produced significant antibacterial and antifungal activities.

Perspectives

The results of this work revealed that extracts of Commelina diffusa aerial parts may be useful as an alternative antimicrobial agent as natural medicine for the treatment of many infectious diseases.

Dr. Muhammad Torequl Islam

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This page is a summary of: Evaluation of phytochemical and antimicrobial properties of Commelina diffusa Burm. f., Oriental Pharmacy and Experimental Medicine, September 2011, Springer Science + Business Media,
DOI: 10.1007/s13596-011-0028-0.
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