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Background: Tagetes genus contains 56 species and is native in North and South America, but some have become widespread around the world. Objectives: This study was designed to examine the antibacterial potential of methanolic and ethanolic extracts of Tagetes erecta . Results: Both extracts of T. erecta were active against B. cereus , S. aureus , S. epidermidis and S. Typhi . Hydroalcoholic extracts of T. erecta showed significant antibacterial effects against some clinically important pathogenic bacteria. These extract also caused deformation and lysis of bacterial cells, as shown by SEM. Conclusions: These extracts can be used as antibacterial agents in treating infectious diseases. Further studies are needed for considering this plant as an antibacterial plant and benefit from its clinical applications for routine use.