Eugenia calycina
Eugenia calycina
Eugenia calycina is a plant native to tropical regions of South America. While traditional uses for this plant are not well-documented, it has shown promise in scientific studies. Research indicates that both Eugenia calycina and E. stigmatosa fruits contain significant phenolic compounds and exhibit antioxidant activity. The essential oil from the leaves demonstrated larvicidal activity against Aedes aegypti mosquitoes with low cytotoxicity to mammalian cells. Additionally, various polar compounds in Eugenia calycina extracts have shown varying antimicrobial activities against certain fungal strains. The plant's high phenolic content and diverse phytochemicals found in its leaves, pulp, and seed suggest potential health benefits. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Both Eugenia calycina and E. stigmatosa fruits contain significant levels of phenolic compounds and exhibit antioxidant activity.
- The essential oil from Eugenia calycina leaves showed larvicidal activity against Aedes aegypti with low cytotoxicity to mammalian cells.
- The study identified various polar compounds in Eugenia calycina extracts and found them to have varying antimicrobial activities against certain fungal strains.
- The study identified high phenolic content and diverse phytochemicals in the leaves, pulp, and seed of Eugenia calycina.
Frequently asked questions
What is Eugenia calycina?
Eugenia calycina (Eugenia calycina) 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 Eugenia calycina?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Eugenia calycina; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Both Eugenia calycina and E. stigmatosa fruits contain significant levels of phenolic compounds and exhibit antioxidant activity.
How strong is the evidence for Eugenia calycina?
The strongest finding for Eugenia calycina carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Eugenia calycina safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Eugenia calycina in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Eugenia calycina interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Eugenia calycina in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Eugenia calycina 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.
Sources
- T2 Eugenia calycina Cambess extracts and their fractions: Their antimicrobial activity and the identification of major polar compounds using electrospray ionization FT-ICR mass spectrometry. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Essential oil from leaves of Eugenia calycina Cambes: Natural larvicidal against Aedes aegypti. literature abstract metadata
- T2 LC-MS/MS screening and identification of bioactive compounds in leaves, pulp and seed from Eugenia calycina Cambess. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Eugenia calycina and Eugenia stigmatosa as Promising Sources of Antioxidant Phenolic Compounds. literature abstract metadata