Investigating The Fungicidal Property Of Senna Alata And Azadirachta Indica Against Phytopthora Palmivora In Cacao Plant
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The study aimed to determine the fungicidal ability of Azadirachta Indica and Senna Alata against Phytophthora palmivora found in cacao fruit, specifically the number of inhibition zone across four plant extract concentrations.True-experimental design was used to gather relevant data.The experiments, using the Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion bio-assay, were conducted at the Research Laboratory of Davao Medical School Foundation Inc., Bajada, Davao City.Mean and nonparametric Kruskal-Wallis tests were employed to analyze the data, revealing a higher inhibition zone of Phytophthora palmivora when treated with Azadiractha indica compared to Senna alata and the difference was significant.These findings unequivocally establish the antifungal potential of Neem tree against Phytophthora palmivora in Cacao plant.To further enhance the reliability of these results, it is recommended to expand the scope of trials and replicates, performing phytochemical analysis, and exploring additional indigenous plant species with potential antifungal properties.
Authors: John Bernard G. Gabaleo, Laijhea Kyle D. Paderon, Genevieve E. Bermoy, Gretel Mae B. Tan, Michael P. Tumilap
Language: English
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4407590842