Antibacterial Activity of Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) on selected Human Pathogens.
Keywords:
Solvents, Aloe vera gel, Aloe vera rind, Antimicrobial Susceptibility TestAbstract
Aloe vera is effective and is used in abundance as a treatment for various skin conditions when used topically. Aloe vera is widely used not just because of its effectiveness but it grows very easily, making it easy to attain. The application of Aloe vera is less complicated compared to other herbal plants in terms of preparation and usage. The leaves of the Aloe vera consist of the rind, the inside, which is the pulp, and the acibar containing aloin. Therefore, this study aims to observe the effects of Aloe vera in different solvents on the selected human pathogens and the effectiveness of this medicinal plant in reducing or eradicating the microbial activity of selected microorganisms.