Foliose lichen diversity and antibacterial activity of Parmotrema cristiferum against ESKAPE pathogens from Capintalan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines
Key Points
Lichen diversity reveals various species, with Parmotrema cristiferum showing strong antibacterial activity against ESKAPE pathogens.
In vitro tests indicate that Parmotrema cristiferum effectively inhibits growth of at least two ESKAPE pathogens.
Biological screening was performed to assess the antibacterial properties of lichen extracts against selected pathogens.
These findings highlight the potential for utilizing natural sources like lichens in developing new antibiotics.
Foliose lichen diversity and antibacterial activity of Parmotrema cristiferum against ESKAPE pathogens from Capintalan, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines | Synapse