In-vitro antimicrobial and antioxidant potentials of selected medicinal plants used by the indigenous tribes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India (original) (raw)

This study investigates the antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of selected medicinal plants utilized by the indigenous tribes of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. Eighteen plant species were screened for their efficacy against multidrug-resistant bacteria and evaluated for their antioxidant properties through various assays. Results indicate a range of phytochemical constituents and significant biological activities, highlighting the potential for these medicinal plants in combating infections and contributing to the search for novel therapeutic agents.