Evaluation of antibacterial and antioxidant effects of cinnamon and clove essential oils from Madagascar

Africa is one of the richest continents in floral biodiversity in the world because of its geographical spread. It’s estimated to contain almost 40 000 - 45 000 plant species. Cinnamomum zeylanicum (cinnamon) and Eugenia caryophyllus (clove) are two plants imported by Morocco and have a wide range of application, especially in traditional cuisine. The purpose of this study was to determine the antioxidant and the antibacterial properties of C....