Theobroma bicolor
Theobroma bicolor · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (332 studies) · ★★★★★
Theobroma bicolor, scientifically known as Theobroma bicolor, is a unique tropical species within the cacao family. Often called "mocambo," this plant produces distinctive, small fruits containing nutrient-rich seeds. Beyond its culinary potential, it holds significant medicinal interest due to its diverse bioactive compounds and traditional therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Theobroma bicolorDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across North and Central America. Within Mexico, its presence is noted in the Gulf region, the Southwest, and the Southeast. Moving southward, the species extends its reach into the tropical landscapes of Central America. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territory of Belize. Its distribution is completed by its occurrence within the country of Costa Rica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Jamaica | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
Chemicals
Theobroma bicolor has 19 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arachidic acid, Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Arachidic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ash | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHOSPHORUS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-carotene | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linoleic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Theobroma bicolor has 292 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (+)-Inotropic, 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Acidulant, Adenosine-Antagonist, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adenosine-Antagonist | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analeptic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic-Synergist | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |