Antimicrobial Activity of Turmeric Natural Dye Againts different Bacterial Stain

Authors:

Name- Deeksha vijayvargiya 

Mail Id - vijayavargiyadeeksha@gmail.com

Contact number - 9238424364

Designation - Research scholar

SAM Global University, Raisen

Name- Dr. Malika pal.

Mail Id - pal.malika69@gmail.com

Contact number - 7880131369

Designation -HOD of Sciences department

SAM Global University, Raisen

Name- Anjali kumari 

Mail Id - anjalijerrycute@gmail.com

Contact number - 9009968528

Designation - Assistant Professor, Faculty of Microbiology

SAM Global University, Raisen

Abstract:

Turmeric natural dye, derived from Curcuma longa, exhibits significant broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, largely due to its main component, curcumin. Studies confirm its efficacy against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including E. coli and Vibrio cholera, with zones of inhibition ranging from 7mm to 15mm. It is used to create antimicrobial, eco-friendly dyed textiles.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a member of the Zingiberaceae family, is widely recognized for its medicinal and coloring properties. While traditional uses are extensive, the integration of turmeric-derived curcumin as a natural, safe dye for fibers offers potential for value-added, antimicrobial-coated handicrafts. This study investigates the in vitro antimicrobial activity of banana fibers treated with turmeric extract against ten distinct bacterial strains. Our findings confirm that turmeric-coated fibers exhibit significant inhibitory activity, offering a sustainable alternative to potentially toxic synthetic dyes in the manufacturing of consumer products.  Turmeric (Curcuma longa) and its primary bioactive component, curcumin, are well-documented for their antimicrobial properties. Because they are natural, non-toxic, and effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms, they are increasingly researched for applications in medicine, food preservation, and the functional dyeing of natural fibers. The antimicrobial efficacy of turmeric, driven primarily by its active compound curcumin, is a subject of significant interest in fields ranging from textile science to clinical microbiology. Below is a detailed breakdown of how it functions and the factors that influence its activity