| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7598335 | Food Chemistry | 2014 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
The genus Myrciaria occurs in various Brazilian biomes. Its species contains several active components, including phenolic compounds, such as tannins, flavonoids, ellagic acid and anthocyanins. Biological activities reported for Myrciaria fruits and leaf and bark extracts include antioxidant, antibacterial and antifungal effects. This work aims to provide an overview of the active compounds of Myrciaria, highlighting its secondary metabolites and medicinal properties for stimulating new studies regarding this genus.
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Authors
Leonardo Luiz Borges, Edemilson Cardoso Conceição, Dâmaris Silveira,