Preliminary Study of the Phytochemical Constituents and Antimicrobial Activity of the Ethanolic Extract of Papaya (Carica Papaya) Seed

This study undertook a comprehensive examination of the phytochemical constituents and antimicrobial activities of Carica papaya seed. The seeds were subjected to ethanol extraction, and the resulting extract was meticulously screened for the presence of phytochemicals. Subsequent testing assessed the extract efficacy against two bacterial strains: Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The results of the study revealed that the extract of Carica papaya seeds is replete with an array of phytochemicals, including alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and terpenoids. Notably, the extract exhibited pronounced antimicrobial activity against both bacterial strains. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the extract was determined to be 6.25 mg/mL against S. aureus and 12.50 mg/mL against E. coli. The findings of this study conclusively demonstrate that Carica papaya seed possess significant antimicrobial properties, rendering them a promising natural remedy for the treatment of diseases caused by bacteria. Furthermore, this study underscores the importance of exploring the potential medicinal applications of Carica papaya seed and their constituents.