SC Odoemena
Department of Botany and Microbiology, University of Uyo, P.M.B. 1017, Uyo
KE Akpabio
Department of Botany and Microbiology, University of Uyo, P.M.B. 1017, Uyo
CP Nneji
Department of Botany and Microbiology, University of Uyo, P.M.B. 1017, Uyo
Abstract
An in vitro antibacterial action of the essential oils from the fruits of four varieties of Capsicum annuum (U-SRCP, U-RSP, U-LP and N-YAP) was evaluated. The oils exerted significant action against all the test organisms with N-YAP and U-SRCP showing highest activities.
Key Words: Capsicum annuum (varieties U-SRCP, U-RSP,U-LP and N-YAP), Solanaceae, essential oils, antibacterial activity.
Nig. J. Nat. Prod. And Med. Vol.2 1998: 49-51