Chrysophyllum cainito
Chrysophyllum cainito · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (254 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Chrysophyllum caiquitio, is a tropical evergreen tree prized for its nutrient-dense fruit, commonly called star apple. Beyond its culinary appeal, this plant holds significant medicinal value in traditional practices, utilized for its antioxidant properties and potential therapeutic benefits in treating various ailments and promoting wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Australasia
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Chrysophyllum cainitoDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several continents and ocean regions. In Australia, its presence can be specifically identified within the state of Queensland. The species also extends into the Southwestern Pacific, where it is found in Tonga. Moving through the South-Central Pacific, it inhabits the Society Islands. Finally, its range includes the Americas, stretching from Belize in Central America to the southeastern regions of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Tonga | WCVP |
| South-Central Pacific | Society Is. | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
Chemicals
Chrysophyllum cainito has 19 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON, Lucumin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lucumin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHOSPHORUS | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| POTASSIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SAPONIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SODIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ash
- Dr. Duke
CALCIUM
- Dr. Duke
FAT
- Dr. Duke
IRON
- Dr. Duke
Lucumin
- Dr. Duke
PHOSPHORUS
- Dr. Duke
POTASSIUM
- Dr. Duke
SAPONIN
- Dr. Duke
SODIUM
- Dr. Duke
ascorbic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Chrysophyllum cainito has 233 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Acidulant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Analgesic, Androgenic?.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiAGE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCFS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCTS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCrohn's | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |