Edible chitosan–rice husk cellulose nanocrystal films and coatings with cinnamon vs. lemongrass essential oils: antifungal efficacy for mango anthracnose under tropical ambient storage

Key Points

• Cinnamon and lemongrass essential oils effectively inhibited C. gloeosporioides growth during mango storage.
• The study reported a significant delay in mango deterioration when using these essential oils in coatings.
• Assessment of the coatings' antifungal efficacy was performed under tropical ambient storage conditions.
• Findings indicate that these coatings may provide a natural alternative for extending the shelf life of mangoes; further testing is needed.