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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Fungal pathogens of Thymus vulgaris (Thyme): Nutrient and anti-nutrient compositions
Authors
Wekhe E O, Uwaebute R N, Chuku E C, Chukwu C S
Abstract
Research on fungal pathogens of Thymus
vulgaris (Thyme): nutrient and anti-nutrient compositions were carried out
in the Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology, Rivers State University.
Leaves of thyme were purchased from fruit garden market in Port Harcourt.
Mycological studies were carried out in Plant Pathology laboratory while
nutrient and antinutrient compositions were done in Food Science and Technology
in the Rivers State University. The mycological result revealed the presence of
three microorganisms which are Rhizoctonia spp, Fusarium solani and
Alternaria alternata with percentage incidences of 19, 15 and 4%
respectively. Proximate composition result revealed Lipid (30.16±0.05%) to be
highest and Ash (2.30±0.00%) was the least. For minerals, potassium was highest
(372.67±28.29%) and iron (4.70±0.17%) the least. Phytochemical results revealed
glycoside, oxalates, saponin, tannin, carotenoid, flavonoid, polyphenols and
lignant. In conclusion, thyme is rich in nutrients but prone to fungal contamination.
Infected leaves should not be consumed as it can lead to the buildup of fungal
load in the body, causing grave consequences.
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Pages:361-365
How to cite this article:
Wekhe E O, Uwaebute R N, Chuku E C, Chukwu C S "Fungal pathogens of <i>Thymus vulgaris</i> (Thyme): Nutrient and anti-nutrient compositions". International Journal of Botany Studies, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 361-365
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