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.
- 最佳证据
- D
- 注意事项
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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
- 这项研究发现,Spondias mombin 展示了多种抗癌作用的有希望的证据,包括抗增殖和抗氧化效应。
- 对Spondias mombin提取物进行了评估,但在进行的试验中并未显示出特别强烈的活性。
- 研究发现,吼猴雌性的花消费量在生殖状态之间有所不同,在早期哺乳期间消费量较高。
- 研究发现,食木昆虫与其宿主树木之间的元素比例存在显著差异,特别是在氮和磷含量方面。
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: 这项研究发现,Spondias mombin 展示了多种抗癌作用的有希望的证据,包括抗增殖和抗氧化效应。
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.
来源
- 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