Effect of different fractions of methanolic extract of the seeds of Dolichos biflorus on some microorganisms

Hindustan Antibiot Bull. 1992 Aug-Nov;34(3-4):100-3.

Abstract

Extracts from different parts of plants (1) including seeds are reported to act upon pathogenic microorganisms. A few active principles were isolated. The present preliminary report shows significant role of the seeds of Dolichos biflorus (Linn), locally known as Kulthi, against some test organisms using different fractions of defatted seed extracts with methanol.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / isolation & purification
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology*
  • Methanol
  • Microbial Sensitivity Tests
  • Plant Extracts / isolation & purification
  • Plant Extracts / pharmacology*
  • Seeds
  • Solvents

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Plant Extracts
  • Solvents
  • Methanol