Abstract Background: Annickia chlorantha (Annonaceae) is an ornamental tree, which may grow up to 30 m high with dense foliage and spreading crown. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-infective properties particularly in the treatment of fungal infections, malaria, hepatitis, jaundice and other bacterial infections. This study describes the chemical and antibacterial investigation of ethanol extract of the stem bark of A. chlorantha. Methods: The compounds were obtained by sep...