Performance Evaluation of Paspalum dilatatum sp. leaf extracts from various solvents against the Selected Pathogenic Strains

Abstract

The perennial species of grass Paspalum dilatatum is widely distributed and thrives in warm temperate to subtropical climates. Indigenous people have long utilized it for therapeutic purposes, demonstrating its significance in traditional medical practices. Its extensive root system improves erosion control, nutrient cycling, and soil aeration on slopes and disturbed areas. This shared knowledge has led to the increased application of Paspalum dilatatum in the treatment of various diseases and health issues, highlighting its importance in modern research settings. Empirical research and cross-cultural exchanges have helped to expand the knowledge of the bioactive compounds found in plant leaves and roots over time. The present work aims to separate and identify the bioactive ingredients found in various extraction with chloroform, acetone, ethanol, and petroleum ether of Paspalum dilatatum leaves. The resultant extracts were examined using Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). The antibacterial activity revealed that all distinct concentration of extracts has strong inhibitory effect on bacterial growth. Further, insights from this research insists to perform therapeutic action and good candidate for breakthrough in medical field.