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Journal of Integrative Biological and Medical Sciences

Peer-Reviewed Academic Journal
Research Article

EXPLORING THE EFFICACY OF SENEGALESE AROMATIC PLANT ESSENTIAL OILS IN CONTROLLING MANGO ANTHRACNOSE

Authors & Affiliations
S Tamotsu
Département de Biologie Végétale, Université Cheikh Anta DIOP, Dakar BP 5005, Sénégal
Published: December 16, 2024
Volume 12, Issue 4 (2024)
Article ID: 723
Peer-Reviewed
Open Access
Abstract

Mango anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum gloeosporioides is a significant post-harvest disease that affects mango production in Senegal, leading to significant economic losses. The use of synthetic fungicides to control anthracnose has various negative impacts on the environment and human and animal health. Therefore, alternative methods are being developed, such as biological control using essential oils from aromatic plants. In this study, the in vitro antifungal activity of ethanol extracts of Mentha piperita, Ocimum basilicum, Melaleuca quinquenervia, and Eucalyptus camaldulensis essential oils were tested on C. gloeosporioides. The essential oils of M. piperita and O. basilicum exhibited the most potent antifungal activity, showing the highest efficacy in inhibiting mycelial growth, spore production, and spore germination of the fungus. The study findings suggest that these essential oils could offer potential for use in biological control, which could help reduce the reliance on synthetic fungicides and promote sustainable agriculture practices

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