Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Banasthali University, Rajasthan, India
Review Article
In vitro Study of Antibacterial Activity by Citrus aurantifolia Fruit Peel, Citrus limetta Fruit Peel and Citrus aurantifolia Leaves against Oral Pathogens
Author(s): Preeti Singh*
Peels and leaves of citrus fruit have shown the various effects against bacteria present in oral cavity. They have also
shown various pharmacological activities against bacteria responsible for dental caries. The values of minimum
inhibitory concentration (MIC) were determined, the maximum zone of inhibition (16 mm) was observed in the
combination of fruit peel and leaf waste. Scanning Electron Microscopy results also showed the effect of fruit peel
and leaf waste extracts on bacteria. Peel and leaf waste extract effectively inhibit the growth of bacteria. The natural
agents for antimicrobial activity have been detected in Citrus aurantifolia fruit peel and leaves. .. View more»