In Vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Vetiver Essential Oil (Chrysopogon zizanioides)

International Congress on Health Innovation (INOVATEC) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Hayla B. T. Ruas, Letícia Fernandes Silva Rodrigues, Carla Azevedo Bilac, Daniel Oliveira Freire, Rebeca Dias dos Santos, Yan M. S. Ribeiro, Thálisson D. D. Cardoso, Bruno Alcântara do Prado, Daniela Castilho Orsi, Izabel Cristina Rodrigues da Silva
DOI: 10.3390/proceedings2026137074
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Abstract

Introduction: Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides) is a perennial grass traditionally used in folk medicine due to the properties of its essential oil, mainly obtained from the roots, which exhibits antimicrobial, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant activities [...]

Fields of Study & Subjects

Essential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity Insect Pest Control Strategies Medicinal Plant Research

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Journal / source
International Congress on Health Innovation (INOVATEC)
Pages
74–74
Publication date
2 March 2026
Language
EN