| abstract |
The present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition comprising an extract of one or more plants selected from among maple tree, silk tree and mulberry. Since the antimicrobial composition of the present invention not only exhibits a broad spectrum of antimicrobial spectrum but also has an antioxidant ability and does not exhibit toxicity to the human body, it can be applied to various fields requiring antimicrobial activity, including cosmetics or pharmaceuticals, to obtain excellent antimicrobial effects. |