Passion Fruit
Passiflora edulis
Passiflora edulis, commonly known as yellow passion fruit, originates from South America and has been traditionally used in various cultural practices, though specific traditional uses for this particular species are not well-documented. Scientific research indicates that PCCV, a virus provisionally identified in Passiflora sp. plants in China, may have implications for the plant's health but does not directly relate to the fruit or its potential medicinal uses. PP-FP from yellow passion fruit has shown protective effects against UVB-induced photodamage by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing skin barrier function, suggesting possible topical applications. Gene expression studies reveal that PeMYB6 competes with PeMYB114 to bind PebHLH42, influencing anthocyanin biosynthesis in the fruit. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Passiflora edulis.
- 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
- Este estudio caracteriza los perfiles nutricional y químico de las frutas de Passiflora edulis cultivadas en Sicilia, identificando posibles compuestos bioactivos en la cáscara y las semillas.
- Se ha identificado un nuevo virus, provisionalmente denominado virus clorótico crujiente de passiflora (PCCV), perteneciente al género Carlavirus, en plantas de passiflora sp. en China.
- El estudio encontró dinámicas de expresión génica distintas en respuesta a la auto-pollinación versus polinización cruzada en la fruta pasionaria amarilla, sugiriendo un mecanismo similar al SSI con patrones reguladores específicos de linaje.
- PP-FP de Passiflora edulis mostró efectos protectores contra el daño fotogénico inducido por UVB en células y roedores al reducir el estrés oxidativo e incrementar la función barrera cutánea.
- "PeMYB6 compite con PeMYB114 para unirse a PebHLH42, influyendo en la biosíntesis de antocianinas en la pasionfruta."
- El uso integrado de silicio y estiércol de ganado mejoró la absorción de nutrientes, el equilibrio iónico y la producción de frutos en pasionero ácido bajo condiciones semiáridas.
- La suplementación con la cáscara de fruta pasionaria purpura redujo los niveles sistémicos de IgE y los niveles pulmonares de IL-4 e IL-5 en un modelo murino de asma.
Frequently asked questions
What is Passion Fruit?
Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis) 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 Passion Fruit?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Passion Fruit; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Este estudio caracteriza los perfiles nutricional y químico de las frutas de Passiflora edulis cultivadas en Sicilia, identificando posibles compuestos bioactivos en la cáscara y las semillas.
How strong is the evidence for Passion Fruit?
The strongest finding for Passion Fruit carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Passion Fruit safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Passion Fruit in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Passion Fruit interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Passion Fruit in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Passion Fruit?
Passion Fruit is also known as: маракуйя, grenadille.
Is Passion Fruit 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
- T2 Deciphering the Transcriptomic Dynamics of Self-Incompatibility in Yellow Passion Fruit: Evidence of Modified Sporophytic Mechanism. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Complete genome sequence of a novel carlavirus infecting Passiflora edulis in China. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Protective effects of Passiflora edulis Sims peel fermentation polysaccharide against UVB-induced photodamage via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Interaction between silicon and organic matter improves mineral nutrition and production of sour passion fruit in a semi-arid region of Brazil. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Passiflora edulis Sims. cultivated in Sicily: chemical profile, antioxidant activity and antimicrobial potential of its passion fruit. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dietary intervention with purple passion fruit peel in asthma: insights into Th2-mediated responses in an ovalbumin-induced murine model. literature abstract metadata
- T2 PeMYB6 Competes with PeMYB114 for Interaction with PebHLH42 to Regulate Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Passion Fruit. literature abstract metadata