Rhododendron dauricum essential oil obtained by enzyme-assisted hydrodistillation for antibacterial application

Puntos clave

• Essential oil from Rhododendron dauricum shows strong antibacterial activity against multiple pathogens.
• The analysis demonstrated a significant reduction in bacterial growth, with promising potential for clinical use.
• Employing enzyme-assisted hydrodistillation ensured effective extraction of bioactive compounds from the plant.
• This highlights the potential for natural antibacterial agents, with further research needed on clinical applications.