Hydrothermal combustion based ZnO nanoparticles from Croton bonplandianum: Characterization and evaluation of antibacterial and antioxidant potential

Key Points

• Antibacterial potential of ZnO nanoparticles highlights their therapeutic use, with efficacy against various bacterial strains.
• Characterization methods confirm the successful synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles, showing desirable properties for applications.
• The hydrothermal process enhances the antioxidant properties of ZnO nanoparticles, indicating their suitability for health supplements.
• Insights gained from this study may pave the way for developing natural antibacterial agents derived from plants.