Antifungal Potential of Aqueous Extract of Mondia whitei Root Bark: Phytochemical Analysis and Inhibition Studies
Natural products have garnered attention as potential sources of novel antimicrobial agents amidst the globalchallenge of antimicrobial resistance. Mondia whitei, a plant indigenous to Africa, holds promise due to its diversearray of phytochemical constituents. This study investigated the antifungal properties of the aqueous extract ofMondia whitei root bark against Candida albicans and Sacromyces spp. Phytochemical screening revealed thepresence of alkaloids, tannins, volatile oils, and flavonoids. Susceptibility testing demonstrated dose-dependentinhibition of both fungal strains by the extract. These findings underscore the therapeutic potential of Mondiawhitei as a natural antifungal agent deserving further exploration.Keywords: Antifungal, Mondia whitei, Candida albicans, Sacromyces spp