Antimicrobial Activity of Euphorbia helioscopia L. Against Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) In Vitro

The lyophilized extract of <i>Euphorbia helioscopia</i> L. exhibited antimicrobial activity against two out of five strains of MRSA. Seven phenolic compounds were identified, three of which were not previously reported as constituents of <i>Euphorbia helioscopia</i> L. More than a third of the isolated compounds were phenolic compounds. Conclusion: <i>Euphorbia helioscopia</i> L. exhibits antimicrobial properties effective against certain strains of MRSA.