Batoka Plum

Flacourtia indica

Flacourtia indica, also known as African plum or Indian mulberry, is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. While traditionally used in various culinary applications and local folklore, there are no specific traditional medicinal uses documented for this plant. Scientific studies have shown that the ethyl acetate fraction of Flacourtia indica exhibits moderate antioxidant activity but does not inhibit human salivary α-amylase. Additionally, it has demonstrated cytotoxicity against normal murine peritoneal cells and haemolysis at high concentrations. The plant's presence in certain forest communities is influenced by factors such as altitude, total nitrogen content, cation exchange capacity, and human interventions. Flacourtia indica contains phenolic compounds and shows potential for antioxidant and antidiabetic properties. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported, but further research is needed to fully understand its medicinal applications and implications.

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सर्वोत्तम प्रमाण
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केवल जानकारी हेतु। पारंपरिक उपयोग का अर्थ सिद्ध प्रभावशीलता नहीं है। प्रमाण और सुरक्षा भिन्न होती है — उद्धृत स्रोत देखें।

विज्ञान क्या कहता है

  • फ्लाकोर्टिया इंडिका ने सामान्य मरीन परितनीय केलेस पर रक्त-हाइट्रोलिस की अवस्था और बैम्प रेड कोशिकाओं के खिलाफ रक्त-हाइट्रोलिस की संधारणा प्रदर्शित की। D PMID
  • अध्ययन ने पाया कि Flacourtia indica में मधुमेह संबंधी और ऑक्सीडेंट दहन विशेष रूप से अवलोकित नहीं किया गया है, लेकिन इसका फेनोल और फ्लावोन प्रतिबंधित मात्रा है जो अन्य विश्लेषित सब्जियों की तुलना में। D PMID
  • फ्लाकोर्टिया इंडिका की एथिल असेटेट फ्रक्शन मधुर जिंगल आमले की उचित संक्रमण की दक्षता पर मध्यम स्तर की खोज-खेल दिखाई दी, लेकिन इसने मानव श्वेत जिंगल आमले को नहीं रोका। D PMID
  • अध्ययन ने पाँच पौधे की समुदाय प्रकार पहचाने, जिसमें Flacourtia indica एक प्रकार में होता है, इसका उच्चागाल, TN, CEC और मानव संशोधनों से प्रभावित होता है। D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Batoka Plum?

Batoka Plum (Flacourtia indica) 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 Batoka Plum?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Batoka Plum; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: फ्लाकोर्टिया इंडिका ने सामान्य मरीन परितनीय केलेस पर रक्त-हाइट्रोलिस की अवस्था और बैम्प रेड कोशिकाओं के खिलाफ रक्त-हाइट्रोलिस की संधारणा प्रदर्शित की।

How strong is the evidence for Batoka Plum?

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

Is Batoka Plum safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Batoka Plum interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Batoka Plum?

Batoka Plum is also known as: Флакуртия индийская, Flacourtie d'Inde, Prune malgache, Prune pays, Prunier malgache, Prunier de Madagascar.

Is Batoka Plum 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.

स्रोत

  1. T2 Evaluation of phytochemical profile, and antioxidant, antidiabetic activities of indigenous Thai fruits. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Topography and soil variables drive the plant community distribution pattern and species richness in the Arjo-Diga forest in western Ethiopia. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Evaluation of the antiproliferative, cytotoxic and phytochemical properties of Zimbabwean medicinal plants used in cancer treatment. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Exploring antioxidant properties and antidiabetic potential of ten underutilized Sri Lankan fruits. literature abstract metadata