Abstract:
This work focuses on the study of aqueous leaf extract of Cleome arabica L. (Capparaceae)
harvested in Oued Metlili, the plant was extracted by reflux. According to the technique the
extraction yield is 0.086%.
Antimicrobial activity was evaluated on six pathogenic:
(Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus mycoïde, Micrococcus leutus the fungus
Aspergillus Niger and yeast Candida albicans).
The pathogens studied showed no sensitivity to the plant extract, while no effect is reported.
