Zataria multiflora Boiss. (Shirazi thyme)—An ancient condiment with modern pharmaceutical uses

Sajed, Hassan; Sahebkar, Amirhossein; Iranshahi, Mehrdad

doi:10.1016/j.jep.2012.12.018

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“…Similar to our results, Gupta et al (1972) reported that the essential oil of the Indian ecotype consists of 69% phenols containing mainly carvacrol (10). It is clear that geographical variation, cultivar differences, stage of plant growth, preparation process and other factors may influence oil composition both quantitatively and qualitatively (28). Acidic nature of the hydroxyl group in thymol and carvacrol and the involvement of the hydroxyl group in the formation of hydrogen bonds may explain the highest antimicrobial activity (31).…”

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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Effect of Five Essential Oils on Pathogenic and Non-Pathogenic Vibrio parahaemolyticus

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A B S T R A C T Background and Objectives:Vibrio parahaemolyticus is the causative agent of gastroenteritis due to consumption of contaminated seafood. The aim of the present study was to determine the chemical composition of Essential Oils (EOs) of five plants (Artemisia absinthium, Zataria multiflora Boiss., Pulicaria gnaphalodes, Trachyspermum ammi and Cuminum cyminum) and to evaluate their antimicrobial activity against pathogenic and non-pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus. Materials and Methods:The EOs were analyzed by gas chromatography mass spectrometry. The detection of inhibitory effect of the EOs on the tested bacteria was carried out by agar disc-diffusion method and then MIC (Minimum Inhibitory Concentration) and MBC (Minimum Bactericidal Concentration) of the EOs against both bacteria were determined. Results:The analysis of the components of the EOs by gas chromatography mass spectrometry allowed the identification of 76 compounds. Of the five tested EOs, four oils exhibited an antimicrobial effect against both strains of V. parahaemolyticus. In all EOs tested, Pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus showed more sensitivity than non-pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus. The strongest EO against pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus were T. ammi with 63.42% thymol and C. cyminum with 29.02% cuminaldehyde and 20.70% α-terpinene-7-al, equally (31 mm inhibition zone). Non-pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus showed the most sensitivity against Z. multiflora Boiss. EO with 73.64% carvacrol (27 mm inhibition zone and the lowest MIC (0.025%) and MBC (0.05%)). Despite the large amount of thujone, A. absinthium EO in this study did not show antibacterial activity in disk diffusion assay, MIC or MBC values. Conclusions:The results of this study suggest that Z. multiflora Boiss. and T. ammi have strong antimicrobial activity against both pathogenic and non-pathogenic V. parahaemolyticus.

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“…Zataria multiflora is a thyme-like plant that grows wild only in Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan (28). To date, a large number of studies have focused on Z. multiflora EO: some reported carvacrol as the main compound (29,30), but others reported thymol, the isomer of carvacrol, as the main compound (31).…”

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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Effect of Five Essential Oils on Pathogenic and Non-Pathogenic Vibrio parahaemolyticus

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“…Plants in this family are rich in polyphenolic compounds and a large number of them are well known for their antioxidant, antibacterial and antifungal properties (Kamkar et al, 2010;Saei-Dehkordi, et al, 2010;Sajed et al, 2013). However, the antimicrobial properties of ZEO and MEO when incorporated into edible films are relatively unknown.…”

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Physical, mechanical and barrier properties of corn starch films incorporated with plant essential oils

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Corn starch-based films are inherently brittle and lack the necessary mechanical integrity for conventional packaging. However, the incorporation of additives can potentially improve the mechanical properties and processability of starch films. In this work two essential oils, Zataria multiflora Boiss (ZEO) or Mentha pulegium (MEO) at three levels (1%, 2% and 3% (v/v)), were incorporated into starch films using a solution casting method to improve the mechanical and water vapour permeability (WVP) properties and to impart antimicrobial activity.

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“…This plant is a plant with a height of 40 to 80 cm, green-white, fragrant, numerous stalks, resistant and firm, as well as gray-white or to slightly brownish skin. The leaf of Zataria multiflora is small and has a short petiole (4,5).…”

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Evaluate the Anti-Fungal Effects of Zataria multiflora Extract on Candida albicans Isolated from Patients in Zabol

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Background: The overgrowing resistance of the species of candida toward anti-fungus drugs has necessitated the use of compounds with antifungal features. Some plants have antimicrobial features due to their polyphenols components. This paper aims at exploring the anti-fungus effects of Zataria multiflora against candida albicans. Methods: A total of 20 g of the dried and pounded leaves of the Zataria multiflora was used and its extract was prepared in the rotary device. Various concentrations of all extracts were prepared in the 96 cell microplate. MIC and diameter of the inhibitory shield were measured by dilution method and agar disk, respectively. Results: The Zataria multiflora extract showed good antifungal effects against Candida albicans sample. Therefore, this plant extract can replace chemical drugs and be used against candida-caused infection upon completion of this research trend. Conclusions: In the present study the principles of the extract, different methods of minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), and mode of action of the extract are discussed.

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Zataria multiflora Boiss. (Shirazi thyme)—An ancient condiment with modern pharmaceutical uses

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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Effect of Five Essential Oils on Pathogenic and Non-Pathogenic Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Effect of Five Essential Oils on Pathogenic and Non-Pathogenic Vibrio parahaemolyticus

Physical, mechanical and barrier properties of corn starch films incorporated with plant essential oils

Evaluate the Anti-Fungal Effects of Zataria multiflora Extract on Candida albicans Isolated from Patients in Zabol

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