The Determination of Phytochemical Properties and Antimicrobial Effect of Salvia verticillata L. subsp. amasiaca

Abstract

People are constantly interested in tasting, smelling and consuming flavors and aromas obtained from natural sources. At the same time, their health benefits in addition to their flavors and smells increase this interest even more. Salvia verticillata L. is one of these sources known for centuries. Salvia verticillata L. is a species belonging to the Lamiaceae family, Salvia (Lamiaceae) genus. It is widely used in the Mediterranean region not only as an ornamental plant but also in traditional medicine. In this study, the antioxidant activity, essential oil composition and antimicrobial activity of Salvia verticillata L. subsp. amasiaca were determined. While the phenolic substance concentration equivalent to gallic acid was found to be 431.70 mg, the phenolic substance concentration equivalent to ascorbic acid was found to be 351.97 mg. Copper reducing capacity was determined as 112 mmol/g and Carotene-linoleic acid emulsion as 16.35 percent, the major volatile oil ratio was found to be trans-trans-caryophyllene with 35%. It was found to be significantly effective against E. fecalis, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa among the studied microorganisms, but not against E. Coli.