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Barbados Cherry

Malpighia emarginata

Malpighia emarginata, commonly known as acerola or Barbados cherry, originates from tropical regions of Central and South America. Traditionally, it has not been extensively used in medicine; however, its fruits are valued for their high vitamin C content and are often consumed fresh or processed into jams and juices. Scientifically, the plant shows promise in bioactive compound extraction under specific conditions: an optimal sample-to-solvent ratio of 1:10, 80% ethanol, a speed of 9,000 rpm, and a temperature of 40°C. Studies indicate that acerola fruits contain various bioactive compounds linked to redox homeostasis, inflammation, and lipid metabolism modulation; however, clinical evidence supporting these effects is currently limited. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant, suggesting it may be used without significant risk in most cases.

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仅供参考。传统用法并不代表已被证实有效。证据与安全性各不相同，请查阅所引来源。

科学怎么说

  • 研究发现，泡沫干燥温度会影响 Acerola 果肉的有效水分扩散系数和营养成分组成，其中60°C为最佳。 D PMID
  • 研究发现， Acerola 水果中寄生有果蝇幼虫，并支持寄生蜂的出现，其中 A. obliqua 是主要物种。 D PMID
  • 研究发现， Acerola（Malpighia emarginata）果实及其副产品含有多种与氧化还原稳态、炎症和脂质代谢调节相关的生物活性化合物，尽管临床证据有限。 D PMID
  • 从Malpighia emarginata中提取生物活性化合物的最佳条件包括样品-溶剂比为1:10，80%乙醇，9,000转/分钟和40°C。 D PMID
  • 首次在中国报告了 Ferrisia dasylirii 这种多食性蚜虫，它寄生在12种热带水果上。 D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Barbados Cherry?

Barbados Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) 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 Barbados Cherry?

5 sourced findings are recorded for Barbados Cherry; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 研究发现，泡沫干燥温度会影响 Acerola 果肉的有效水分扩散系数和营养成分组成，其中60°C为最佳。

How strong is the evidence for Barbados Cherry?

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

Is Barbados Cherry safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Barbados Cherry interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Barbados Cherry?

Barbados Cherry is also known as: Cerisier des Antilles, Acérolier, Cerisier de Barbade, Cerisier de Cayenne.

Is Barbados Cherry 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.

来源

  1. T2 Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) and their parasitoids associated with a commercial acerola orchards in Parnaíba River Valley, Brazil. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Mathematical Modeling and Physicochemical Characterization of Foam-Mat Drying of Acerola (Malpighia emarginata) Pulp. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Extractive optimisation of bioactive compounds from Malpighia emarginata DC. through Box-Behnken experimental design. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 First report of the invasive mealybug Ferrisia dasylirii (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Pseudococcidae) from China based on integrated taxonomy. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 Acerola and Its By-Products as Sources of Bioactive Compounds: Phytochemical Profile and Biological Effects in Experimental and Clinical Studies. literature abstract metadata