Extracts and fractions of Physalis angulata L. prepared from fruits and roots were assayed to find out antimicrobial activity. Using the agar diffusion method all samples were tested against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538. The ethanolic extract of the fruits displayed bacterial activity. Phototoxic property was estimated with guinea pigs when they were exposed to ultraviolet light, no erythemas were observed. These data encouraged us to look for different forms of extracts wich could be applied as a safe and effective antiseptic product.
Physalis angulata; Solanaceae; antimicrobial activity; phototoxic activity
