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Commonly known as the tea tree, M. alternifolia has
attracted the attention of many scientists due to its
unique biological and chemical properties. Several thousand
scientific publications, dozens of monographs, and
books are evidence of its popularity. Essential oil or
crushed leaves of plant are traditionally used to treat
coughs and colds, and as an antiseptic for wound and
skin treatment or throat infections.Early studies
largely provided information about the broad spectrum
of antimicrobial activity of M. alternifolia oil in vitro.
The antimicrobial activity of essential oils of M.
alternifolia was screened in vitro against bacteria.The oils showed a
wide spectrum of antibacterial activity. Concentrations
of 0.1–0.5% w/v of M. alternifolia reduced total microorganisms
count of P. mirabilis and C. albicans. Bactericidal
concentrations of M. alternifolia were 5% w/v for
Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterococcus faecium
and 8% w/v for S. aureus. |