Aguacate
Persea americana
Persea americana, commonly known as the avocado, originates from Mesoamerica and has a long-standing cultural significance in traditional medicine practices. While its specific uses are not well-documented in historical or traditional contexts, modern research highlights several potential applications. Scientific evidence suggests that avocado rhizosphere bacteria undergo compositional shifts when exposed to Phytophthora root rot, enriching certain bacterial species like MND1, RB41, and Nitrospira, which may influence carbohydrate metabolism. Additionally, edible films made from avocado residues have shown antifungal properties and can delay ripening in avocados during storage. In food technology, extrusion and enzyme fractionation of avocado seed flour improve its functional properties and sensory acceptability in processed meats like sausages. The PAGD resource integrates genomic and transcriptomic data for avocado research, offering pre-computed analyses and Docker-based workflows. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for Persea americana.
- 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
- Phytophthora root rot induced compositional shifts in avocado rhizosphere bacteria, enriching MND1, RB41, and Nitrospira, and stimulated carbohydrate metabolism.
- Edible films from avocado residues, incorporating ethyl lauroyl arginate, showed antifungal activity and delayed ripening in avocados.
- Extrusion and enzyme fractionation of avocado seed flour improved its techno-functional properties and sensory acceptability in frankfurter-type sausages.
- PAGD integrates genomic and transcriptomic data resources for avocado, offering pre-computed analyses and Docker-based workflows.
- This review suggests that bioactive compounds from Hass avocados may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation during ischemia-reperfusion injury.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aguacate?
Aguacate (Persea americana) 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 Aguacate?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Aguacate; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Phytophthora root rot induced compositional shifts in avocado rhizosphere bacteria, enriching MND1, RB41, and Nitrospira, and stimulated carbohydrate metabolism.
How strong is the evidence for Aguacate?
The strongest finding for Aguacate carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Aguacate safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Aguacate in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Aguacate interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Aguacate in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Aguacate?
Aguacate is also known as: авокадо, avocatier.
Is Aguacate 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 Hass Avocado Bioactive Compounds Attenuating Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Ischemia-reperfusion Injury: An Integrative Review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Extruded and Enzyme-Fractionated Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) Seed Flour as an Ingredient for Frankfurter-Type Sausages: Technological, Physicochemical, and Sensory Implications. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytophthora root rot induces compositional and functional changes in avocado rhizosphere bacterial communities. literature abstract metadata
- T2 PAGD: the Persea americana Genome Database and a Docker-based transcriptome analysis workflow. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Development of an Antifungal Edible Coating for Avocado Fruit from Avocado Residues By-Products Through a Circular Economy Approach. literature abstract metadata