Green Synthesis of Silver Nano-particles by Using Fenugreek Seeds Extract and Application as Antifungal Agent

Abstract

Recently, researchers turned to green and environmentally friendly ways to prepare nanoparticles, due to the safety of the environment and low cost. This research aims to synthesize silver Nano-particles to be used as an antifungal for Candida Albicans. This fungus causes diaper rash in children and vaginal infections in women. Silver nanoparticles were synthesized using an aqueous solution of fenugreek seed Trigonella Foenum-graecum extract, the plant extract acts as a reducing and stabilizing agent. Fenugreek extract was mixed with three concentrations of silver nitrate solution to obtain silver nanoparticles, which were characterized by scanning electron microscopy. The scanning electron microscope image showed nanoparticles in the nano-meter size range. These particles were used to examine the antifungal activity using the paper disc diffusion method and showed a clear effect on Candida Albicans.