Canistel
Pouteria campechiana
Pouteria campechiana is a plant that traditionally has not been used for medicinal purposes. It hosts the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii in Hainan Province, China, but its own traditional uses are not recorded. Scientific evidence indicates that Pouteria campechiana seeds contain starch with varying functional properties and can be processed to enhance these properties through native or modified methods. A study optimized a solvent-free process to enrich coconut oil with β-carotene from Canistel fruit (Pouteria campechiana), achieving good retention and enhanced antioxidant properties, though no new specific findings were reported for Pouteria campechiana itself. No major safety issues have been recorded, and there are currently no known drug interactions associated with this plant.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Pouteria campechiana seeds contain starch with varying functional properties, which can be enhanced through native or modified methods.
- The study optimized a solvent-free process to enrich coconut oil with β-carotene from Canistel fruit, achieving good retention and enhanced antioxidant properties.
- The study reviews Pouteria campechiana's traditional uses, chemical composition, and potential health benefits but does not provide new specific findings.
- Pouteria campechiana hosts the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii in Hainan Province, China.
- Dehydrated canistel pulp showed photostability and potential as a food dye in ice cream, with higher concentrations providing better color stability and sensory scores.
Frequently asked questions
What is Canistel?
Canistel (Pouteria campechiana) 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 Canistel?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Canistel; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Pouteria campechiana seeds contain starch with varying functional properties, which can be enhanced through native or modified methods.
How strong is the evidence for Canistel?
The strongest finding for Canistel carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Canistel safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Canistel in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Canistel interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Canistel in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Canistel?
Canistel is also known as: Канистел.
Is Canistel 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 Native and modified starches from underutilized seeds: Characteristics, functional properties and potential applications. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Using food to color food: photostability of canistel pulp and its application as a food dye. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Sapotaceae Family Fruits from Central America: Botanical, Phytochemical and Nutraceutical Insights-A Review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Optimization of β-Carotene Enrichment of Coconut Oil from Canistel (Pouteria campechiana L.) Using Response Surface Methodology. literature abstract metadata
- T2 First report of the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Pseudococcidae) from China based on integrated taxonomy. literature abstract metadata