Jocote
Spondias purpurea · Purple Mombin
Spondias purpurea, commonly known as seriguela or hog plum, is a traditional plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. Its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented; however, it has shown potential benefits in various studies. Scientific evidence suggests that seriguela-flavored kefir maintains microbial levels similar to those of traditional kefir, indicating probiotic properties. Additionally, UV-C treatment with intermediate doses can improve the quality of seriguela fruit by reducing mass loss and enhancing bioactive compound accumulation during storage. Research also indicates potential therapeutic applications for Spondias purpurea leaves, which showed iron-chelating, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties in models of Parkinson's disease and vanadium toxicity. Furthermore, leaf extract demonstrated effectiveness in accelerating ulcer healing but did not necessarily prevent ulcers in rodents. Safety concerns are currently minimal, with no major issues recorded. There have been no reported drug interactions; however, further research is warranted to fully understand its potential benefits and risks.
- Meilleure preuve
- D
- Précautions
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Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.
Ce que dit la science
- Le kefir à saveur de seringue a maintenu des niveaux microbiens comparables au kefir traditionnel, montrant un potentiel probiotique et de bonnes propriétés physiques après séchage par sèche-ventilée.
- Le traitement par UV-C avec des doses intermédiaires a amélioré la qualité du fruit de seriguela en réduisant la perte de masse, en ralentissant le softening et en augmentant l'accumulation de composés bioactifs pendant le stockage.
- Les feuilles de Spondias purpurea ont montré un potentiel comme candidat thérapeutique avec des propriétés chélateuses du fer, antioxydantes et neuroprotectrices dans les modèles de la maladie de Parkinson et de la toxicité par vanadium.
- L'extrait de feuille de SPondias purpurea a montré une efficacité dans l'accélération du guérissement des ulcères mais pas nécessairement dans la prévention d'ulcères chez les rongeurs.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jocote?
Jocote (Spondias purpurea) 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 Jocote?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Jocote; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Le kefir à saveur de seringue a maintenu des niveaux microbiens comparables au kefir traditionnel, montrant un potentiel probiotique et de bonnes propriétés physiques après séchage par sèche-ventilée.
How strong is the evidence for Jocote?
The strongest finding for Jocote carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Jocote safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Jocote in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Jocote interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Jocote in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Jocote?
Jocote is also known as: Purple Mombin, Момбин пурпуровый.
Is Jocote 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 The hydroalcoholic extract of the leaves of red mombin (Spondias purpurea L.) is more effective in accelerating ulcer healing than preventing them in rodents. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Iron chelation as a therapeutic target in vanadium neurotoxicity and Parkinson's disease: role of medicinal plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Development and characterization of seriguela (Spondias purpurea) water kefir: metagenomic insights and functional potential of a spray-dried probiotic powder. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of UV-C Irradiation on Postharvest Quality, Bioactive Compounds, and Antioxidant Activity of Seriguela Fruit (Spondias purpurea L.) During Ambient Storage. literature abstract metadata