Hogplum
Spondias mombin
Spondias mombin, commonly known as hog plum or jaca, is a tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and South America. While its traditional use in various cultures has not been extensively documented, studies have shown promising anticancer activities, including antiproliferative and antioxidant effects. However, the evidence for these claims is still limited and requires further investigation. The plant's extracts were found to exhibit varying degrees of activity, with some showing stronger effects than others in certain tests. Notably, differences in nutrient content between Spondias mombin and wood-feeding insects have been observed, particularly concerning nitrogen and phosphorus levels. Additionally, howler monkey consumption of the tree’s flowers varied across reproductive states but did not provide direct evidence for medicinal use. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions with Spondias mombin have been reported to date.
- 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 encontró que Spondias mombin mostró evidencias prometedoras de diversas acciones anticáncer, incluyendo efectos antiproliferativos y antioxidantes.
- Se evaluaron los extractos de Spondias mombin, pero no mostraron actividades particularmente fuertes en las pruebas realizadas.
- El estudio encontró que el consumo de flores por las hembras del mono howler variaba según los estados reproductivos, con un mayor consumo durante la lactancia temprana.
- El estudio encontró diferencias notables en la stoichiometría entre los insectos que se alimentan de madera y sus árboles anfitriones, especialmente en cuanto al contenido de nitrógeno y fósforo.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hogplum?
Hogplum (Spondias mombin) 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 Hogplum?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Hogplum; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Este estudio encontró que Spondias mombin mostró evidencias prometedoras de diversas acciones anticáncer, incluyendo efectos antiproliferativos y antioxidantes.
How strong is the evidence for Hogplum?
The strongest finding for Hogplum carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Hogplum safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Hogplum in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Hogplum interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Hogplum in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Hogplum?
Hogplum is also known as: Момбин жёлтый, Prunier mombin.
Is Hogplum 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 Searching for Hypoglycemic Compounds from Brazilian Medicinal Plants Through UPLC-HRMS and Molecular Docking. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The role of flower consumption in Howler Monkey Females' diet: adjustment across reproductive states. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Nutritional and Phytochemical Profile and Potential Anticancer Benefits of Amazonian Exotic Fruits. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ecological Stoichiometric Relationships Among Wood-Feeding Insects, Host Trees, and Soils in an Urban Tropical Ecosystem. literature abstract metadata