In vitro Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Flowers Extract of Aegle marmelos

Abstract

Medicinal plants have various therapeutic and nutraceutical properties from the ancient times to the current scenario. These plants have been consistently noted for the presence of its bioactive compounds which has a significant effect on human. Plants have been traditionally and extensively used to cure disease. Aegle marmelos plant belonging to Rutaceae family found in various parts of India, Srilanka, Pakistan, Burma, and Bangladesh is used in treating variety of diseases. Antioxidant and Antimicrobial activity of Methanol and Aqueous extracts was evaluated. Flower extract of A.marmelos exhibits significant antioxidant and possess antibacterial activity against E.coli, S.aureus, and K.pneumoniae. Thin Layer Chromatography was performed and the results revealed that spots were observed in crude methanol and aqueous extract.