Barbados Cherry
Malpighia emarginata
Malpighia emarginata, commonly known as acerola or Barbados cherry, originates from tropical regions of Central and South America. Traditionally, it has not been extensively used in medicine; however, its fruits are valued for their high vitamin C content and are often consumed fresh or processed into jams and juices. Scientifically, the plant shows promise in bioactive compound extraction under specific conditions: an optimal sample-to-solvent ratio of 1:10, 80% ethanol, a speed of 9,000 rpm, and a temperature of 40°C. Studies indicate that acerola fruits contain various bioactive compounds linked to redox homeostasis, inflammation, and lipid metabolism modulation; however, clinical evidence supporting these effects is currently limited. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant, suggesting it may be used without significant risk in most cases.
- أفضل دليل
- D
- تحذيرات
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للمعلومات فقط. الاستخدام التقليدي لا يعني فعاليّة مثبتة. تختلف الأدلة والسلامة — راجع المصادر المذكورة.
ما يقوله العلم
- وجدت الدراسة أن درجات حرارة الجفاف بالبُلْبِر تؤثر في معامل التدفق الحراري الفعال للماء والتركيبutغذائي لعصير الأكيرولا، مع وجود درجة حرارة مثلى هي 60°C.
- وجدت الدراسة أن الفواكه من الأسرول تحتوي على لقاحات فراشة وتساعد في ظهور المفترسات، مع انتشار نوع A. obliqua بشكل رئيسي.
- وجدت الدراسة أن الفواكه والمنتجات الثانوية من الأكيرولا (Malpighia emarginata) تحتوي على مركبات بيولوجية نشطة متعددة مرتبطة بتنظيم التوازن الأكسيداتي-الاختزال، التهاب وتعديل مetabolism الدهون، رغم أن الأدلة السريرية محدودة.
- الشروط المثلى لاستخراج المواد الفعالة من Malpighia emarginata تضمنت نسبة نموذج-محلول 1:10، 80% этанول، 9,000 دورة في الدقيقة و 40°C.
- تم تسجيل Ferrisia dasylirii، نوع من البق المتعدد الأطعمة، لأول مرة في الصين على 12 نوع من الفواكه الاستوائية.
Frequently asked questions
What is Barbados Cherry?
Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Barbados Cherry?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Barbados Cherry; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: وجدت الدراسة أن درجات حرارة الجفاف بالبُلْبِر تؤثر في معامل التدفق الحراري الفعال للماء والتركيبutغذائي لعصير الأكيرولا، مع وجود درجة حرارة مثلى هي 60°C.
How strong is the evidence for Barbados Cherry?
The strongest finding for Barbados Cherry carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Barbados Cherry safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Barbados Cherry in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Barbados Cherry interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Barbados Cherry in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Barbados Cherry?
Barbados Cherry is also known as: Cerisier des Antilles, Acérolier, Cerisier de Barbade, Cerisier de Cayenne.
Is Barbados Cherry a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
المصادر
- T2 Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) and their parasitoids associated with a commercial acerola orchards in Parnaíba River Valley, Brazil. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Mathematical Modeling and Physicochemical Characterization of Foam-Mat Drying of Acerola (Malpighia emarginata) Pulp. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Extractive optimisation of bioactive compounds from Malpighia emarginata DC. through Box-Behnken experimental design. literature abstract metadata
- T2 First report of the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Pseudococcidae) from China based on integrated taxonomy. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Acerola and Its By-Products as Sources of Bioactive Compounds: Phytochemical Profile and Biological Effects in Experimental and Clinical Studies. literature abstract metadata