Table 4 Antibacterial parameters (MIC and MBC) of the essential oil of the Tetraclinis articulata and their interpretation
Bacterial strains | MIC (µL/mL) | MBC (µL/mL) | MBC/MIC | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Escherichia coli | 2.5 | 2.5 | 1 | Bactericidal |
Klebsiella pneumoniae | 80 | 80 | 1 | Bactericidal |
Acinetobacter baumannii | 2.5 | 5 | 2 | Bactericidal |
Staphylococcus aureus | 40 | 80 | 2 | Bactericidal |