Antimicrobial activity of tiger's betel (Piper porphyrophyllum NE Br., Piperaceae)

The ethanol extract of leaves of Piper porphyrophyllum N.E. Br. showed a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity. The activity was increased on fractionation (hexane, dichloromethane and aqueous), particularly in the aqueous fraction. No activity was shown against tested Candida albicans.

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Main Authors: Wiart, C., Hannah, N.A., Yassim, M., Hamimah, H., Sulaiman, M.
Format: Article
Published: 2004
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Online Access:http://eprints.um.edu.my/3564/
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