執行成果摘要
This study is intended as a investigation of the hydrosols of Cajeput tree(Melaleuca leucadendra ). The hydrosols commonly are used to lotion and drink. For avoidance of doubt, we will determine the biological activity and the preservation exploring in different environments. To analysis of market acceptance, potential consumers experience through color, smell, taste by using hydrosols of indigenous cinnamon, asthe basis forproduct development. The development and utilization of by-products Increase the added value of essential oil and enhances the motivation of planting.In this study, hydrosols from Melaleuca leucodendron and commercial products were analyzed for their properties, chemical compositions, and bioactivities. The initial results suggested the leaf hydrosols of Melaleuca leucodendron tended to have low pH value. Eucalyptol was the main ingredient which was effective in inhibiting the growth of Chaetomium globosum, and Penicillum citrimum. The hydrosols at low concentration produced good inhibition against Candida albicans (37.81%), thus was deemed suitable for developing into a vaginal rinsing agent. Good inhibitions against tooth caries bacteria Streptococcus mutans and S. sorbrinus were also observed.