Kuwini Mango

Mangifera odorata

Mangifera odorata, commonly known as Andaliman or "scented mango," originates from Southeast Asia and has a long history of cultivation. Traditionally, it is not extensively used in any specific medicinal practices; however, its leaves are sometimes employed for their purported insecticidal properties against Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Scientific studies have shown that leaf extracts from various Mangifera species exhibit varying degrees of larvicidal activity and inhibit the hatching of mosquito eggs, suggesting potential applications in vector control. Additionally, research has identified unique genome-wide single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and indels in three Philippine mango species, including M. odorata, which may have economic significance. The seed kernel of Mangifera odorata shows promise as an anti-diabetic agent with a rich phytochemical profile, while its peel is notably high in fiber and vitamins. To date, no major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant, indicating that it generally poses minimal risk when used appropriately.

De un vistazo
Mejor evidencia
D
Precauciones

Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.

Lo que dice la ciencia

  • The study found that varying proportions of Andaliman and Kuweni in powdered beverages affected solubility, pH, flavonoid content, and antioxidant activity. D PMID
  • El estudio mostró que los extractos de hoja de varias especies de Mangifera mostraron diferentes grados de actividad larvicida e inhibición del huevo de Aedes aegypti. D PMID
  • El estudio encontró que la semilla del fruto de Mangifera odorata tiene propiedades potenciales antidiabéticas y un perfil rico en fitoquímicos, mientras que su cáscara es rica en fibra y vitaminas. D PMID
  • Este estudio identificó y analizó polimorfismos de un nucleótido en todo el genoma e insertiones y deletrenciones (indels) en tres especies de mango filipino, revelando variantes con potencial económico. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Kuwini Mango?

Kuwini Mango (Mangifera odorata) 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 Kuwini Mango?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Kuwini Mango; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that varying proportions of Andaliman and Kuweni in powdered beverages affected solubility, pH, flavonoid content, and antioxidant activity.

How strong is the evidence for Kuwini Mango?

The strongest finding for Kuwini Mango carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Kuwini Mango safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Kuwini Mango interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Kuwini Mango?

Kuwini Mango is also known as: Квини, kuweni.

Is Kuwini Mango 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.

Fuentes

  1. T2 Nutritional Composition, Anti-Diabetic Properties and Identification of Active Compounds Using UHPLC-ESI-Orbitrap-MS/MS in Mangifera odorata L. Peel and Seed Kernel. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Genome-wide SNP and InDel analysis of three Philippine mango species inferred from whole-genome sequencing. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Bio-efficacy of Mangifera leaf extracts on mortality of Aedes aegypti and inhibition of egg hatching. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Physicochemical Properties and Antioxidant Activity of Powdered Beverage Based on Andaliman (Zanthoxylum acanthopodium) and Kuweni (Mangifera odorata). literature abstract metadata