Antiviral, Antibacterial, Antifungal, and Anticancer Activity of Plant Materials Derived from Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf Species.

Lemongrass has potent antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer properties. It inhibits fungi, bacteria growth, shows antiviral effects, and contains compounds with potential anticancer effects. Lemongrass can help in various health conditions and has diverse applications.

Kiełtyka-Dadasiewicz A, Esteban J and Jabłońska-Trypuć A (2024).

Pharmaceuticals (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/ph17060705

PubMed:

38931371

Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles with Hyssopus officinalis and Salvia officinalis Extracts, Their Properties, and Antifungal Activity on Fusarium spp.

Hyssop and sage extracts were used to make silver nanoparticles with antifungal properties, showing potential as eco-friendly fungicides for agriculture. Sage extract had larger particles, while hyssop extract was more effective against fungus, especially.

Dėnė L et al (2024).

Plants (Basel).

DOI:

10.3390/plants13121611

PubMed:

38931043

Antioxidant and Antifungal Properties of Cinnamon, Cloves, Melia azedarach L. and Ocimum gratissimum L. Extracts against Fusarium oxysporum Isolated from Infected Vegetables in Mauritius.

Researchers studied economically damaging phytopathogens in Mauritius due to importance of agriculture, and interest in organic farming as alternative to fungicides. Results could inform sustainable pest management strategies.

Jeewon R et al (2024).

Pathogens.

DOI:

10.3390/pathogens13060436

PubMed:

38921734

Targeted discovery of unusual diterpenoids with anti-fungal activity from the root of Euphorbia lathyris.

New compounds isolated from E. lathyris show potential as anti-fungal agents. Compound 2 is particularly effective against plant pathogens, offering a promising lead for further research in plant disease control.

Wang Y et al (2024).

Phytochemistry.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phytochem.2024.114193

PubMed:

38908463

Black seed assisted synthesis, characterization, free radical scavenging, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of iron oxide nanoparticles.

Iron oxide nanoparticles were synthesized using black cumin seed extract. They exhibit antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. This research offers a green synthesis method with potential applications in various fields.

Shanmugam R et al (2024).

BMC Complement Med Ther.

DOI:

10.1186/s12906-024-04552-9

PubMed:

38902620

Synthesis and characterization of Pyrus communis fruit extract synthesized ZnO NPs and assessed their anti-diabetic and anti-microbial potential.

Researchers synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles from Pyrus communis fruit extract, which showed potential for anti-diabetic and anti-microbial properties. The nanoparticles were effective against certain bacteria and compared well with standard medications.

Elankathirselvan K et al (2024).

Environ Res.

DOI:

10.1016/j.envres.2024.119450

PubMed:

38901812

Correction: Bionanocomposites comprising mesoporous metal organic framework (ZIF-8) phytofabricated with Allium sativum as alternative nanomaterials to combat antimicrobial drug resistance.

Rehman S et al (2024).

Bioprocess Biosyst Eng.

DOI:

10.1007/s00449-024-03043-y

PubMed:

38900298

Antileishmanial and Antifungal Activities of Volatile Oils from Cinnamomum cassia Bark and Schinus molle Leaves.

Researchers studied the antiparasitic and antifungal properties of Schinus molle and Cinnamomum cassia essential oils, as well as their blends. Results show promising activity against Leishmania and Candida, indicating potential for new treatments.

da Silva ASR et al (2024).

Chem Biodivers.

DOI:

10.1002/cbdv.202401076

PubMed:

38899851