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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.

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Beste Evidenz
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Warnhinweise
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Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.

Was die Wissenschaft sagt

  • Die Studie zeigte an, dass die Trockentemperaturen von Schaumwärmen auf den effektiven Wasserdiffusionskoeffizienten und die Nährstoffzusammensetzung des Aceralapulps einflügerten, wobei 60°C optimal ist. D PMID
  • Die Studie zeigte an, dass Aceralow-Früchte Larven von Fliegen beherbergen und Parasiten-Erscheinen unterstützen, wobei die Art A. obliqua die vorherrschende Spezies ist. D PMID
  • Die Studie zeigte an, dass Früchte und Nebenprodukte der Acerola (Malpighia emarginata) verschiedene bioaktive Stoffe enthalten, die mit der Redox-Homöostase, Entzündung und Modulation des Lipidmetabolismus in Verbindung stehen, obwohl klinische Beweise begrenzt sind. D PMID
  • Die optimierten Bedingungen zur Extraktion bioaktiver Stoffe aus Malpighia emarginata umfassten eine Proportionszahl von Stichprobe-Schlammflüssigkeit 1:10, 80%-Ethanol, 9.000 Umdrehungen pro Minute und 40°C. D PMID
  • Ferrisia dasylirii, ein polyphages Meise, wurde zum ersten Mal in China bei 12 tropischen Früchten gemeldet. D PMID

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: Die Studie zeigte an, dass die Trockentemperaturen von Schaumwärmen auf den effektiven Wasserdiffusionskoeffizienten und die Nährstoffzusammensetzung des Aceralapulps einflügerten, wobei 60°C optimal ist.

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.

Quellen

  1. T2 Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) and their parasitoids associated with a commercial acerola orchards in Parnaíba River Valley, Brazil. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Mathematical Modeling and Physicochemical Characterization of Foam-Mat Drying of Acerola (Malpighia emarginata) Pulp. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Extractive optimisation of bioactive compounds from Malpighia emarginata DC. through Box-Behnken experimental design. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 First report of the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Pseudococcidae) from China based on integrated taxonomy. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 Acerola and Its By-Products as Sources of Bioactive Compounds: Phytochemical Profile and Biological Effects in Experimental and Clinical Studies. literature abstract metadata