This study evaluates antifungal properties of microalgal extracts and nanoparticles against Colletotrichum musae, suggesting eco-friendly management strategies.
Key Points
Nannochloropsis oculata extracts inhibited Colletotrichum musae by up to 66.12%, demonstrating strong antifungal potential.
Zinc nanoparticles showed an inhibition zone of 17.54 mm, indicating enhanced antifungal activity compared to other treatments.
Molecular docking reveals that bioactive compounds from Nannochloropsis oculata have strong binding affinity to target proteins.
These findings suggest that microalgae-based bioformulations could be effective and sustainable alternatives for managing banana anthracnose.