Java-apple

Syzygium samarangense

Syzygium samarangense, commonly known as wax apple or rose apple, is a traditional plant used primarily in Southeast Asian and Pacific Island cultures. While its traditional uses are not well-documented, studies have explored its potential applications. Scientific research indicates that extracts from the leaves of Syzygium samarangense can be used to develop multifunctional hydrogels with enhanced antimicrobial properties against bacteria such as S. aureus and E. coli. These findings suggest possible applications in food preservation by extending the shelf life of fruits through inhibition of microbial growth and regulation of metabolic processes. Additionally, studies have identified changes in metabolite profiles at different maturity stages of wax apple fruits and have characterized extensive genomic variation associated with fruit size and cold tolerance. Safety concerns for Syzygium samarangense appear to be minimal based on current data, as no major issues have been recorded. There is also no evidence of significant drug interactions reported, though further research may be necessary to fully understand its potential effects in various contexts.

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Warnhinweise

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

Was die Wissenschaft sagt

  • Die PEO/OSG/ε-PL-Komplexmembran verlängerte den Verfallszeitraum von Birnenapfel, indem sie das Wachstum von Mikroorganismen hemmte und den Metabolismus regulierte. D PMID
  • Die Studie entwickelte ein multifunktionelles Hydrogel, das mit AgNPs und CCANPs aus dem Blattextrakt von Syzygium samarangense beladen ist, wobei eine verbesserte antimikrobielle Aktivität gegenüber S. aureus und E. coli beobachtet wurde. D PMID
  • The study identified changes in metabolite profiles with fruit maturity stages, noting highest bioactive metabolite concentrations in unripe fruits. D PMID
  • Die Studie erkannte genetische Variationen, die mit Fruchtkerngröße und Frostbeständigkeit bei der Wachsapfele assoziiert sind, und liefert Einblicke in zukünftige Zuchtmethoden. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Java-apple?

Java-apple (Syzygium samarangense) 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 Java-apple?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Java-apple; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Die PEO/OSG/ε-PL-Komplexmembran verlängerte den Verfallszeitraum von Birnenapfel, indem sie das Wachstum von Mikroorganismen hemmte und den Metabolismus regulierte.

How strong is the evidence for Java-apple?

The strongest finding for Java-apple carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Java-apple safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Java-apple in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Java-apple interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Java-apple in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Java-apple?

Java-apple is also known as: Яванское яблоко, Jamalac.

Is Java-apple 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 Metabolite Profiling of Giant Green Wax Apples (Syzygium samarangense) for Differentiation of the Maturity Stages and Potential Use. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Development of a Multifunctional Hydrogel Coloaded with Chitosan-Curcumin and Silver Nanoparticles: Fabrication, Characterization, and Antibacterial Activity. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Metabolomics Reveals the Regulatory Mechanism of Antibacterial Fiber Membrane Packaging on the Postharvest Quality of Wax Apple (Syzygium samarangense). literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Pan-genome analysis of wax apple (Syzygium samarangense) and its association with fruit size and cold tolerance. literature abstract metadata