The plant studied belongs to a family found in various regions, including areas near seasonal rivers in Iran, and its essential oils were analyzed for chemical components and antifungal properties.
Using techniques like gas chromatography/mass spectrometry and broth microdilution methods, researchers identified key compounds in the essential oils and tested their effectiveness against different fungal strains.
The results showed that the essential oils had strong antifungal effects, particularly in inhibiting yeast growth and biofilm formation, suggesting potential for developing new antifungal treatments.