Bactericidal significance of aqueous extracts of Jatropha tanjorensis on Salmonella isolates from domestic chicken coops; Ayurveda and Universal health coverage

Abstract

Multidrug resistance is more significant among other public health challenges in Nigeria. Many plants have been investigated to have antimicrobial effects on panels of microorganisms including multidrug-resistant pathogens. This study explored the antimicrobial potency of Jatropha tanjorensis on Salmonella isolates from domestic chicken coops. Wet and dried fecal samples of Chicken were obtained from chicken coops. Fecal samples and medicinal plants of interest were analyzed using standard microbiological techniques and procedures. The aqueous concentration of extracts from this research included 0.2 g-10 ml, 0.5 g-10 ml, 1 g-10 ml, 1.5 -10 ml, and 2 g-10 ml. Results of this study indicated that extracts of dried leaves showed more antimicrobial effects than fresh leaf extracts as significant zones of inhibition of 10 mm, 14 mm, 19 mm and 28 mm were observed for dried leaf extract concentrates of 0.5 g-10 ml, 1.0 g-10 ml, 1.5 -10 ml, and 2 g-10 ml respectively. Corresponding zones of inhibition of 9 mm, 11 mm and 20 mm were seen for fresh leaf extract concentrates of 1.0 g-10 ml 1.5 g-10 ml and 2.0 g-10 ml. Owing to their antimicrobial effectiveness, availability, and inexpensive qualities, traditional medicines should be integrated with allopathic medicines if Nigeria must achieve universal health coverage in Nigeria. Plant extracts possess extensive antimicrobial activities against many microorganisms. Hence, more plants' clinical toxicity and safety need to be investigated.