A Review on Bioinspired and Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles with Their Antimicrobial Activity

Abstract

The biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles (NPs) using plant extracts is one of the simplest, most useful, affordable, and environmentally friendly solutions to prevent the use of dangerous chemicals. The unique antimicrobial properties of silver (Ag) NPs have attracted the most interest among all the other nanoparticles. Concerns regarding the synthesis of these NPs, including the use of hazardous solvents and precursor chemicals, microbial contamination and the creation of toxic byproducts, led to the development of the new alternative process known as "green synthesis." As a result, various environmentally acceptable methods for producing Ag NPs quickly using aqueous extracts of plant parts like bark, roots, leaves, and so forth have been published in recent years. We discuss contemporary advancements in the environmentally friendly manufacturing of AgNPs, their application as antifungal agents, and their mode of action in this study. This review provides insight into the environmentally friendly manufacturing of Ag NPs, their application as antifungal agents with their mode of action, as well as their future prospects.