Citrus Hystrix Research Articles

Comparative Antibacterial Effectiveness of Orange Peel Extracts from Five Varieties Against Strain of Multi Drug Resistance Escherichia coli

The purpose of this study was to investigate the antibacterial activity of orange peel extracts from five different orange varieties in North Sumatera against resistant Escherichia coli bacteria and compare it to the effectiveness of vancomycin and erythromycin. To assess antibacterial activity, orange peel extracts were prepared from five different orange varieties, namely Citrus aurantifolia, Citrus microcarpa Bunge, Citrus limon L., Citrus sinensis L., and Citrus hystrix. Antibacterial activities were evaluated using the microdilution method to determine the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC). The best antibacterial activity was determined using the smallest MIC and MBC values. The research found that all five orange peel extracts exhibited significant antibacterial activity compared to the standard antibiotics vancomycin and erythromycin. The most potent inhibitory effect was observed with the Citrus hystrix peel extract, with the lowest MIC and MBC (125 and 250 µg/mL), followed by Citrus aurantifolia (250 and 500 µg/mL), and Citrus sinensis L. (500 and 500 µg/mL). The results showed significant antibacterial activity of orange peel extracts from five different orange varieties in North Sumatera against resistant Escherichia coli bacteria. Keywords: Antibiotic resistance, citrus peel extracts, Escherichia coli, MIC, MBC.

Drying of Kaffir Lime Leaves with Steam Blanching Pre-Treatment using Food Dehydrator

Drying of Kaffir Lime Leaves with Steam Blanching Pre-Treatment using Food Dehydrator

Chemical composition, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of the essential oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Citrus hystrix.

Chemical composition, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of the essential oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Citrus hystrix.

Characterization and biological prospects of various calcined temperature-V2O5 nanoparticles synthesized by Citrus hystrix fruit extract

In this study, a simple green synthesis of vanadium pentoxide nanoparticles (VNPs) was prepared by the extract of Kaffir lime fruit (Citrus hystrix) as a green reducing and stabilizing agent, along with the investigation of calcination temperature was carried out at 450 and 550 °C. It was affirmed that, at higher temperature (550 °C), the VNPs possessed a high degree crystalline following the construction of (001) lattice diffraction within an increase in crystalline size from 47.12 to 53.51 nm, although the band gap of the materials at 450 °C was lower than that of the VNPs-550 (2.53 versus 2.66 eV, respectively). Besides, the materials were assessed for the potential bioactivities toward antibacterial, antifungal, DNA cleavage, anti-inflammatory, and hemolytic performances. As a result, the antibacterial activity, with minimal inhalation concentration (MIC) < 6.25 μg/mL for both strains, and fungicidal one of the materials depicted the dose-dependent effects. Once, both VNPs exhibited the noticeable efficacy of the DNA microbial damage, meanwhile, the outstanding anti-inflammatory agent was involved with the IC50 of 123.636 and 227.706 μg/mL, accounting for VNPs-450 and VNPs-550, respectively. Furthermore, this study also demonstrated the hemolytic potential of the VNPs materials. These consequences declare the prospects of the VNPs as the smart and alternative material from the green procedure in biomedicine.

Effects of dietary kaffir lime, Citrus hystrix DC, leaf powder on the growth performance, digestive enzyme, hematology, antioxidative response, and disease resistance against Edwardsiella tarda infection in African catfish, Clarias gariepinus

Effects of dietary kaffir lime, Citrus hystrix DC, leaf powder on the growth performance, digestive enzyme, hematology, antioxidative response, and disease resistance against Edwardsiella tarda infection in African catfish, Clarias gariepinus

Single-Dose Oral Toxicity Study of Chloroform Extract of Kaffir Lime (Citrus hystrix DC.) Leaves in Wistar Rats (Rattus norvegicus Berkenhout, 1769)

Leaves of kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix) are commonly used as a seasoning in various Indonesian and Southeast Asian dishes. Phytochemical studies reported various secondary metabolites that possess medicinal properties. Before exploring their potential as therapeutic agent, a series of toxicity studies must be conducted to assess the toxicity and safety levels. This research aimed to study the single-dose acute oral toxicity of chloroform extract of kaffir lime leaves (CECHL) in female Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) as experimental animals. The procedure followed OECD Test Guideline No.420 with the dose 2000 mg/kg bw for 14 days (Sighting study). Parameters consisted of mortality, clinical signs of sublethal effect based on changes in general appearance and daily activity/behavior, hematological profile, and blood clinical biochemistry. Neither mortality nor sublethal effects were found during the experiment. All blood parameter values (erythrocytes, leukocytes, thrombocytes, ALT, AST, creatinine, BUN, glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides) were within reference interval, indicating that CECHL is not harmful to normal physiology. In conclusion, single-dose oral administration of CECHL is safe, no-observed-adverse-effect-level (NOAEL) at dose 2000 mg/kg bw or included in Category 5 based on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).

Growth Inhibition of Botrytis cinerea Fungus on Strawberry (Fragaria sp.) Using Kaffir Lime (Citrus hystrix) Leaf Essential Oil Emulsion

Post-harvest damage is caused by biological factors such as the attack of Botrytis cinerea pathogenic fungi. causes gray mold rot disease to be a source of problems in strawberry production. This study aims to determine the potential of kaffir lime leaf essential oil emulsion as an antifungal against Botrytis cinerea. The fungus was isolated from strawberry fruit samples that showed symptoms of gray mold disease. Fungal isolation was carried out through the direct planting method and antifungal inhibitory ability test by food poisoned method with potato extract agar media. This experiment used a completely randomized design consisting of 6 treatments with 5 repetitions. The results showed that kaffir lime leaf essential oil emulsion contains secondary metabolites that can inhibit 100% of the growth of Botrytis cinerea pathogenic fungal colonies. Essential oil concentrations of 0.10%, 0.15%, and 0.20% had a significant effect on the growth of Botrytis cinerea pathogenic fungi.

GC‒MS Analysis of Bioactive Compounds in Lime Leaf Ethanol Extract (Citrus amblycarpa (Hassk.) Ochse), and Its Potential as a Traditional Medicine Agents

Lime (Citrus amblycarpa (Hassk.) Ochse) has been widely used in traditional medicine. However, only some studies have comprehensively revealed the content of leaves, including their use as candidate medicinal ingredients. This study aimed to analyze the active compounds of lime leaves through GC‒MS analysis and their benefits in traditional medicine. Experimental research with a laboratory approach is used. The implementation of research by analyzing the bioactive content of lime leaf ethanol extract using GC‒MS along with a comprehensive analysis related to its benefits as a traditional medicine agent. Data analysis using the Willey 7 Library database and descriptive analysis. Using GC-MS showed that lime leaf ethanol extract contains 75 compound components dominated by 11 principal components, including citronellol, caryophyllene, hexadecanoic acid, ethyl ester, 1-heptatriacotanol, Phytol, ethyl 9,12,15-oate; methyl glycocholate, 3TMS derivative; 3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-yl stearate; ethyl iso-allocate; Rhopin; and tricyclo [20.8.0.0 (7,16)] triacontane, 1(22),7(16)-diepoxy-. Based on the findings of the content evaluation, the compound constituents of lime leaves have the potential to be developed as traditional remedies for both degenerative and infectious diseases. However, further research is needed precisely to identify the therapeutic effects exerted by using compounds on lime leaves.

Bioactive compounds of Citrus hystrix peel ethanolic extract and their antioxidant potential under hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative stress in Caco-2 cells

Citrus hystrix is a fruit native to tropical Southeast Asia and Southern China. The fruits and leaves are well-known spice ingredients in Asian dishes, but the peels are usually discarded, producing a large amount of waste despite the presence of phenolic compounds. Phenolic compounds are essential for scavenging reactive oxygen species (ROS) generated naturally during metabolism. This study aimed to investigate the profile of phenolic compounds (total phenolic content, total flavonoid content, and individual phenolic compounds) and antioxidant activities (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl radical scavenging activity, ferric reducing antioxidant power, and oxygen radical absorbance capacity) of Citrus hystrix peel ethanolic extract (CHPPE). Their functional properties in a biological model (cell viability and intracellular ROS) were also evaluated using Caco-2 cells under H2O2-induced oxidative stress. We identified 37 compounds, including flavonoids (26), phenolic acids (3), stilbenes (2), lignans (1), and other phenolic compounds (5). CHPPE contained (mg/g CHPPE) hesperidin (16.10±0.05), diosmin (1.95±0.08), neohesperidin (23.83±0.06), and naringin (2.39±0.03). CHPPE exhibited remarkable antioxidant activity, which significantly improving cell viability and reducing the presence of intracellular ROS. The cytoprotective effect of CHPPE was higher than that of ascorbic acid, indicating a strong natural antioxidative capacity. Our research reveals the potential of CHPPE as a functional ingredient in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Evaluation of Fermented Plant Extracts as Bioinsecticides in Controlling Phenacoccus solenopsis Colonies on Hibiscus rosa-sinensis under Laboratory Conditions

The mealybug, Phenacoccus solenopsis, is a serious pest of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. The waxy coating on its body may hinder pesticide penetration, and the extensive use of pesticides is risky to humans and the environment. Considering these drawbacks, fermented plant extracts (FPEs) were explored for their potential use in controlling this pest in a more user and environmentally-friendly manner. FPEs derived from eleven plant materials were evaluated against P. solenopsis for their insecticidal activity, mealybug wax removal potential and phytotoxicity effect on H. rosa-sinensis. Five concentrations of FPE [5, 10, 15, 20, and 25% (w/v)] were prepared. Among the 11 FPEs, FPE derived from ficus, kaffir lime, and turmeric were effective in suppressing P. solenopsis with lethal concentration at 50% (LC50 value) less than 20% concentration. Although ficus FPE was the top performer in the insecticidal assay, it induced medium to very high levels of leaf damage after being treated with 15–25% concentration at 24 and 72 hr post-treatment. A low level of leaf damage was observed in treatment with turmeric and kaffir lime FPEs at 72 hr post-treatment. FPEs could remove wax from the body of P. solenopsis with no significant difference among them. In conclusion, the FPE of ficus, kaffir lime, and turmeric showed promising insecticidal effects against P. solenopsis.

Ethnobotany and diversity of Citrus spp. (Rutaceae) as a source of “Kem-kem” traditional medicine used among the Karo sub-ethnic in North Sumatra, Indonesia

The Karo sub-ethnic is one of five Batak sub-ethnicities in the Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province, Indonesia. They are famous for their local knowledge about the traditional use of medicinal plants to treat various diseases. The “Kem-kem” traditional medicine is one of the traditional healing practices that involve using plants passed down through generations from their ancestors. One of the plant genus group in the Rutaceae family utilized in the traditional “Kem-kem” healing practice is a citrus known as “Rimo”. This study aims to document the local knowledge about the diversity of Citrus spp. as Kem-kem's herbal medicinal plant. This study was conducted from April to July 2023 in the Kabanjahe and Berastagi districts, Karo Regency, North Sumatra. Data was collected using interviews with traditional healers, herbal medicine vendors, and direct observations at traditional markets, involving a total of 8 Citrus spp. The Karo uses “Rimo” with different local names as sources of traditional medicinal ingredients in practicing “Kem-kem”. There are 15 local names comprising eight species of Citrus. Four are hybrids, i.e., Citrus x aurantiifolia (Christm.) Swingle, Citrus × aurantium L, Citrus × junos Siebold ex Yu.Tanaka, and Citrus × taitensis Risso. Two of the remaining species are recognized in infraspecific rank, one variety (Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis (Hoola van Nooten) Swingle) and one form (Citrus × aurantium f. deliciosa (Ten.) M.Hiroe). They were used as material sources for Kem-kem traditional medicine to treat at least nine health problems. There are two species with six local names included in the Least Concern (LC) category, namely C. medica (Rimo Gawang, Rimo Hantuantu, Rimo Kayu), C. medica var. sarcodactylis (Rimo Kuku Harimau), and C. medica (Rimo Telur Buaya), C. maxima (Burm.) Merr. (Rimo Malem). Nine local names are included in the Not Evaluated (NE) category, namely C. × junos (Rimo Kejaren), C. × taitensis (Rimo Jungga), C. × aurantium f. deliciosa (Rimo Keling), C. × aurantium (Rimo Kersik), Citrus hystrix DC. (Rimo Mukur), C. × taitensis (Rimo Puraga), C. × aurantium (Rimo Kalele), Citrus swinglei Burkill ex Harms (Rimo Pagar), and C. x aurantiifolia (Rimo Bunga). Rimo Kejaren (C. × junos) is a species that has the most benefits.

Development of standardized kaffir lime fruit peel extract as a gel for antioxidant and anti-acne

Development of standardized kaffir lime fruit peel extract as a gel for antioxidant and anti-acne

Short communication: morphophysiological response of kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix DC) subjected to defoliation and drought stress

ABSTRACT Renowned for its leaf-spice attributes, kaffir lime has economic value that is worthy of intensifying amidst environmental threats, such as drought stress. This study aimed to analyze the morpho-physiological traits of kaffir lime in response to defoliation and drought stress. Kaffir lime was subjected to drought, defoliation, and a combination of both arranged in a randomised complete block design. Concerning morphology, defoliated lime produced a new flush that grows like a crown, while drought-treated plants displayed a bent pose with withered, edge-rolled, and drooping leaves. Higher leaf drop incidences were also noticed in drought-stressed plants. A combination of defoliation and drought stress produced severe flushing disruption by reducing 61% flush number, 77% flush fresh weight, and 74% flush dry weight, compared to undefoliated plants in normal irrigated conditions. Regardless of drought stress conditions, leaf production did not show significant differences among all defoliated plants. Defoliated plants maintained their photosynthetic rate and water use efficiency, leading to the absence of bent flush and rolling leaves as morphological markers of drought-treated plants. It is implied that defoliation can be a practical strategy for adapting kaffir lime in a drought environment.

The preliminary study on the antifungal effect of Kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix DC) peel extract against Malassezia furfur

Pityriasis versicolor is one of the most common fungal infections on the skin caused by Malassezia furfur. Kaffir lime fruit (Citrus hystrix DC), especially its peels’ contents in secondary metabolite, may play a healing role against such infections. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the antifungal potential of Kaffir lime peel extract against Malassezia furfur. Ethanol extracts of the peels of Kaffir lime were tested for its antifungal properties against Malassezia furfur at different tested concentrations, namely 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%. Every treatment was performed with 4 replications. Inhibition zone formed surrounding the paper disc measured after 24 hours of incubation using the caliper method. Data were subjected to the Kruskal-Wallis test and the Mann-Whitney Post hoc test. The study revealed that the kaffir lime fruit extract gave a significant effect on the inhibition zone (p&amp;lt; 0.05). The results showed that the higher inhibition zone was found at control group and it was different significantly from other treatments. However, among the tested concentrations, the best treatment was detected at a concentration of 100%, which was significantly different from other concentrations. Kaffir lime peel has an antifungal effect against Malassezia furfur and the best tested concentration was 100%.

Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Emulsion-Based Gel Containing Combined Essential Oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Citrus hystrix

Aims: This study aimed to investigate the synergistic anti-inflammatory effects of combined essential oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Citrus hystrix peel. Methodology: An emulsion-based gel containing combined essential oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Citrus hystrix peel was topically applied to the injected area of the carrageenan-induced hind paw edema mouse model. Diclofenac sodium was used as a positive control. The inhibition percentage of protein denaturation in all mice was assessed and calculated based on paw volume (Pv). Results: The highest inhibition percentage, recorded at the third hour in the carrageenan-induced hind paw edema mouse model, was 44.76%, achieved by the mice treated with combined essential oils. This was followed by diclofenac-treated (37.14%), tea tree essential oil-treated (27.62%), and kaffir lime peel essential oil-treated mice (20.10%). A similar trend was observed after 24 hours of treatment, with the anti-inflammatory activity of combined essential oils-treated mice recorded at 46.74%, followed by diclofenac-treated (35.87%), tea tree essential oil-treated (24.97%) and kaffir lime peel essential oil-treated mice (11.97%). Conclusion: These findings confirm the synergistic anti-inflammatory effects of the combined essential oils-incorporated emulsion-based gel on the carrageenan-induced hind paw edema mouse model.

Microencapsulation of Citrus Hystrix Essential Oil by Gelatin B/Chitosan Complex Coacervation Technique

Complex coacervation is an encapsulation technique used to preserve the bio functionality of essential oils as well as provide controlled release. In this present work, encapsulation of Citrus Hystrix essential oil (CHEO) was formed by a complex coacervation technique with Gelatin-B (Gel B) and Chitosan (Chi) as the capping materials. The suitable encapsulation formulation was investigated as a function of pH and wall ratio using Zeta Potential analysis. Turbidity measurement and coacervate yield were carried out to confirm the suitable condition. Total Phenolic Content (TPC) was used to obtain the encapsulation efficiency (EE%) of the process. Results show that the suitable condition for coacervate formation between Gel B and Chi ratio of 5:1 was at pH 5.8, which produced a high encapsulation efficiency of 94.81% ± 2.60. FTIR analysis validates the formation of coacervate as well as the encapsulated CHEO. The encapsulates obtained were spherical and dominated by 194.557 um particles. The CHEO was successfully encapsulated by a complex coacervation method.

Anti-Biofilm Activity of Ethanol Extract of Citrus hystrix Dc. Against Opportunistic Pathogenic Microbes In-Vitro

Opportunistic pathogenic microbes are often a problem in the treatment of infections because of their ability to form biofilms. The structure of the irreversible components of the glycocalyx or microbial capsule plays a role in protecting it from antimicrobial exposure and disinfection. The effectiveness of antibiofilms needs to be evaluated, including those from natural preparations. Citrus hystrix DC. (C.hystrix) contains antimicrobial compounds and its activity as an antibiofilm needs to be known. This experimental research aims to test the anti-biofilm effect of C.hystrix extract against standard microbial isolates. The dilution method with tube-test was used to analyze the antibiofilm effect of a combination of C. hystrix leaf and peel extracts (6.25%, 12.5%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%) with 70% ethanol control. Antibiofilm observations are qualitatively based on the Minimum Biofilm Inhibitory Concentration (MBIC) and quantitatively based on the Mean Gray Value (MGV) of biofilm intensity. The results of observations in 3 experiments showed that the MBIC of C.hystix extract was 6.25% for gram-positive bacteria and 12.5% for gram-negative bacteria and Candida. The average MGV of C.hystrix extract was 75%, equivalent to 70% ethanol for all test microbes (p.0.05). The highest average MGV was produced by 100% combination extracts for S.epidermidis (138,09±0,36), S.aureus (135,69±2,01), E.coli (134,75±0,89), P.aeruginosa (130,76±0,24), and C.albicans (130,41±0,41). In conclusion, hystrix orange leaf and peel extracts produce anti-biofilm activity against test microbes in-vitro.

Composite Hydrogel of Poly(vinyl alcohol) Loaded by Citrus hystrix Leaf Extract, Chitosan, and Sodium Alginate with In Vitro Antibacterial and Release Test.

Citrus hystrix leaves have been used traditionally as a spice, a traditional medicine for respiratory and digestive disorders, and a remedy for bacterial infections. This study reports on the synthesis of composite hydrogels using the freeze-thaw method with poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) as the building block loaded by C. hystrix leaf extract (CHLE). Additionally, chitosan (CS) and sodium alginate (SA) were also loaded, respectively, to increase the antibacterial activity and to control the extract release of the composite hydrogels. The combinations of the compositions were PVA, PVA/CHLE, PVA/CHLE/CS, PVA/CHLE/SA, and PVA/CHLE/SA/CS. The internal morphology of the hydrogels shows some changes after the PVA/CHLE hydrogel was loaded by CS, SA, and SA/CS. The analysis of the Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectra confirmed the presence of PVA, CHLE, CS, and SA in the composite hydrogels. From the X-ray diffraction (XRD) characterization, it was shown that the composite hydrogels maintained their semicrystalline properties with decreasing crystallinity degree after being loaded by CS, SA, and SA/CS, as also supported by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) characterization. The compressive strength of the PVA/CHLE hydrogel decreases after the loading of CS, SA, and SA/CS, so that it becomes more elastic. Despite being loaded in the composite hydrogels, the CHLE retained its antibacterial activity, as evidenced in the in vitro antibacterial test. The loading of CS succeeded in increasing the antibacterial activity of the composite hydrogels, while the loading of SA resulted in the decrease of the antibacterial activity. The release of extract from the composite hydrogels was successfully slowed down after the loading of CS, SA, and SA/CS, resulting in a controlled release following the pseudo-Fickian diffusion. The cytotoxic activity test proved that all hydrogel samples can be used safely on normal cells up to concentrations above 1000 μg/mL.

Karakteristik Sensorik Telur Asin dengan Pemberian Tepung Daun Jeruk Purut (Citrus Hystrix)

Eggs are a food ingredient with a relatively high protein content and have complete amino acids, unsaturated fats, vitamins and minerals that the body needs and are easy to digest. Eggs are always available throughout the year, but the fact is that egg shells crack easily, relative humidity and temperature in the storage room can affect the quality of eggs and cause chemical and microbiological changes so preservation efforts are needed to maintain the quality of the eggs. Salted eggs are a way to preserve eggs which has the benefit of improving the taste and the texture of the egg yolk. The addition of kaffir lime leaf flour is one of the diversification methods for processing salted eggs. The aim of this research was to determine the sensory characteristics of salted eggs by administering kaffir lime leaf flour. The experimental research used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 5 treatments, namely S0: 0% kaffir lime leaf flour, S1: 15% kaffir lime leaf flour, S2: 20% kaffir lime leaf flour, S3: 25% kaffir lime leaf flour, and S4: 30% kaffir lime leaf flour with 5 repetitions. he results of the research showed that salted eggs with 25% kaffir lime leaf flour produced salted eggs that were liked by the panelists in terms of sensory characteristics.

The production of bacterial cellulose from coconut water and its application as a green photocatalyst composite membrane

AbstractIn this research work, bacterial cellulose was produced from the fermentation of coconut water and incubated for 4, 5, and 6 days. The bacterial cellulose membrane was utilized as immobilized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). A green photocatalyst membrane was prepared by reducing silver ions in the bacterial cellulose matrix structure using local fruit extracts, tomatoes, Citrus hystrix fruit, and mangosteen peel as a reducing agent. The composite was dried in the oven to obtain a more durable fixed structure. The properties of produced bacterial cellulose were determined by measuring the thickness, water retention capacity (WRC), cellulose content, and swelling. The functional group and crystallinity index of bacterial cellulose were observed by FTIR and XRD instrument analysis. The SEM EDX analysis confirms that the silver ions were successfully reduced in the BC matrix, and the UV–Vis spectrum showed that the composite membrane has the ability to degrade the methylene blue solution under sunlight irradiation. The maximum degradation efficiency of the composite membrane against 5 ppm methylene blue solution was achieved by the composite membrane reduced by tomatoes, with a value of 93%. This result proved that the composite membrane produced in this research has excellent capabilities as a green photocatalyst for degrading wastewater containing dye pollutants.