Garcinia atroviridis
Garcinia atroviridis
Garcinia atroviridis is a plant traditionally used in Indonesian medicine, though specific applications have not been documented. Scientific studies indicate that it may possess significant pancreatic lipase inhibitory activity, similar to other tested Indonesian medicinal plants. Additionally, fruit extracts from Garcinia atroviridis demonstrated antioxidant and tyrosinase inhibitory effects, which could potentially reduce melanin production. In a more experimental setting, leaf extracts extended the lifespan and improved stress resistance in Caenorhabditis elegans under heat and oxidative stress conditions. Nanoemulsions derived from its fruit extract, when combined with Trichoderma harzianum, showed promising results in managing chilli anthracnose by reducing disease severity and increasing yield. No major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been identified to date.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Garcinia atroviridis showed strong inhibition of pancreatic lipase activity, similar to other tested Indonesian medicinal plants.
- Garcinia atroviridis fruit extract showed antioxidant and tyrosinase inhibitory effects, potentially reducing melanin production in cells.
- GARcinia atroviridis leaf extract extended the lifespan and improved stress resistance in Caenorhabditis elegans under heat and oxidative stress conditions.
- Nanoemulsions from Garcinia atroviridis fruit extract, when combined with Trichoderma harzianum, showed promising results in managing chilli anthracnose, reducing disease severity and increasing marketable yields.
Frequently asked questions
What is Garcinia atroviridis?
Garcinia atroviridis (Garcinia atroviridis) 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 Garcinia atroviridis?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Garcinia atroviridis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Garcinia atroviridis showed strong inhibition of pancreatic lipase activity, similar to other tested Indonesian medicinal plants.
How strong is the evidence for Garcinia atroviridis?
The strongest finding for Garcinia atroviridis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Garcinia atroviridis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Garcinia atroviridis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Garcinia atroviridis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Garcinia atroviridis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Garcinia atroviridis 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 Leaf extract of Garcinia atroviridis promotes anti-heat stress and antioxidant effects in Caenorhabditis elegans. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anti-Melanogenic Activity of Ethanolic Extract from Garcinia atroviridis Fruits Using In Vitro Experiments, Network Pharmacology, Molecular Docking, and Molecular Dynamics Simulation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The Strong Inhibition of Pancreatic Lipase by Selected Indonesian Medicinal Plants as Anti-Obesity Agents. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Management of Chilli Anthracnose Using Garcinia atroviridis Nanoemulsions Integrated with Trichoderma harzianum. literature abstract metadata