Characterization of Cellulose-Producing Bacterial Isolates from the Areca Nut (Areca catechu L.)

Authors

  • Siska Nuryanti Indonesian Muslim University of Makassar image/svg+xml
  • Herwin Herwin
  • Nurhikma hikma Indonesian Muslim University of Makassar image/svg+xml

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56711/jms.v5i1.1179

Keywords:

Areca nut (Arecha catechu L.), Bacterial isolation, Biochemical test, Cellulose-producing bacteria

Abstract

Areca nut peel (Arecha catechu L.), a byproduct of areca nut processing, holds potential as a raw material for bioplastics through cellulose utilization. This study aimed to identify bacterial species in areca nut peel capable of producing cellulose. Employing bacterial isolation and identification methods, including morphological and biochemical tests, four bacterial isolates were obtained. Two isolates, identified as gram-negative, were classified under the genus Acetobacter, and two gram-positive isolates were identified as belonging to the genus Lactobacillus. These findings demonstrate the potential use of cellulose from areca nut peel in bioplastic production.

Author Biography

  • Herwin Herwin
    Universitas Muslim Indonesia

Published

2025-05-21

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Section

Articles