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VOL. 10, ISSUE 3 (2025)
Antibacterial activity of different extracts of various parts of Mucuna pruriens
Authors
Manisha Sharma, Lokesh Chandra
Abstract

The current study aims to investigate the antibacterial efficacy of different parts of Mucuna pruriens, commonly referred to as “velvet bean”, against various bacterial strains, such as E. coli, S. aureus, Bacillus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The study showed obtaining of extracts from the roots, stems, leaves, and fruits, by usage of various solvents such as distilled water, methanol, chloroform, and petroleum ether. This was followed by determination of antibacterial efficacy of different extracts against as E. coli, S. aureus, Bacillus, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The results of the study revealed that the root extract of the plant exhibited potent antibacterial activity, which was observed particularly against E. coli and Bacillus, with the highest antibacterial efficacy being observed when chloroform was used for extraction. Conversely, the fruit and stem extracts demonstrated antibacterial efficacy against.

S. aureus. However, none of the extracts displayed substantial antibacterial activity against Pseudomonas. The findings of the study highlight the varying antibacterial efficacy of Mucuna pruriens based on plant part as well as solvent choice, suggesting its potential as a source of natural antibacterial agents. However, further research is needed to identify the specific bioactive compounds needed for these effects as well as to explore their mechanisms of action, contributing to the discovery of alternative therapies in the crusade against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
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Pages:20-26
How to cite this article:
Manisha Sharma, Lokesh Chandra "Antibacterial activity of different extracts of various parts of <i>Mucuna pruriens</i>". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 10, Issue 3, 2025, Pages 20-26
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