Antibacterial properties of propolis (bee glue).
Propolis (bee glue) was found to have antibacterial activity against a range of commonly encountered cocci and Gram-positive rods, including the human tubercle bacillus, but only limited activity against Gram-negative bacilli. These findings confirm previous reports of antimicrobial properties of this material, possibly attributable to its high flavonoid content.
Grange
J M
JM
Department of Microbiology, National Heart & Lung Institute, London.
Davey
R W
RW
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000494:pharmacology*; D001419:Bacteria / Q000187:drug effects*; D006094:Gram-Positive Bacteria / Q000187:drug effects; D008826:Microbial Sensitivity Tests; D011429:Propolis / Q000494:pharmacology*; D012116:Resins, Plant / Q000494:pharmacology*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D012116:Resins, Plant; D011429:Propolis