Phytochemical Composition and Functional Potential of Uxi (Endopleura Uchi): An Overview

ABSTRACT

Endopleura uchi is a native species from the Brazilian Amazon, with fruits consumed by the local population in natura or as pulp. The bark of the stem is used for tea production as medicine. However, the interest in this species woods by the civil and naval construction contributes to the felling of trees, which harms the ecosystem. For this reason, this research aims to conduct a general review on E. uchi phytochemical composition and biological activities, in order to contribute to the valorization, and consequent, awareness for the species preservation and maintenance.

KEYWORDS:

• Amazon
• bioactive compounds
• Endopleura uchi
• functional foods

Acknowledgments

This study was financed in part by the Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior - Brasil (CAPES) - Finance Code 001.

Declaration of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest, financial or otherwise.

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Funding

This work was supported by the CAPES [001/ Rafael Henrique Holanda Pinto].