In-Vitro Antibacterial Activity of some Ganoderma Species: A Review

Abstract

The rising significance of personal health and wellbeing has spurred scientific interest in natural research on products. Numerous phytochemicals that are found naturally in plants, fruits, and vegetables have been discovered to have biological activity and are frequently hailed as being good for human health. In addition to current treatment approaches, herbal medications may be a safe and effective way to treat infectious infections. _Ganoderma_ has long been used for the management of incessant infectious conditions such diabetic foot ulcers, pneumonia, and chronic hepatitis. While there is little information on _Ganoderma's_ antiviral and antibacterial properties in humans, preliminary (_in vitro_ and _in vivo_) research show that the plant possesses a wide range of these properties. Furthermore, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria are inhibited _in vitro_ by antibacterial components found in _Ganoderma_ species. The outcomes of preclinical (_in vitro_) and clinical investigations on the antibacterial and antifungal properties of _Ganoderma_ species are brought to light in this review.