Am
Mangifera indica
Mangifera indica, commonly known as the mango tree, is native to South Asia but has since been cultivated in tropical regions worldwide. Traditionally, its fruits and leaves have been used in various cultural practices, particularly for their culinary value and some folk remedies, though specific traditional uses are not well-documented. Scientific evidence regarding Mangifera indica is limited. A study on mango genotypes found that morphological differences had a negligible impact on germination rates and seedling production. Another study identified eight Lasiodiplodia species from mango samples in Mexico, with varying pathogenicity levels, highlighting potential disease risks for the fruit. Research also showed that severe defoliation can negatively affect fruit growth and yield, with lasting impacts despite recovery of non-structural carbohydrate reserves. Additionally, adding citric acid and sugar to mango fruit leather was found to enhance nutritional content, antioxidant activity, sensory attributes, and microbial safety during storage. Safety concerns for Mangifera indica are minimal based on current data; no major issues have been recorded. There is also no evidence of significant drug interactions with this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study found that incorporating PHB and PBS into PLA films and impregnating them with mango leaf extract using supercritical solvent impregnation affected color, transparency, opacity, and release kinetics.
- Eight Lasiodiplodia species were identified from mango samples in Mexico, with varying pathogenicity levels.
- Fruit growth and yield declined following severe defoliation, with lasting impacts on reproductive processes despite recovery of non-structural carbohydrate reserves.
- Morphological differences between 'Olour' and 'Kurukkan' mango genotypes had negligible influence on germination, seedling number per stone, and polyembryony.
- The study found that adding 0.2% citric acid and 10% sugar to mango fruit leather increased nutritional content, antioxidant activity, and sensory attributes while improving texture and microbial safety during storage.
- The study optimized ultrasound-assisted extraction conditions for phenolic content and antioxidant activity in green mango peel, achieving good model reliability and predictive capability.
Frequently asked questions
What is Am?
Am (Mangifera indica) 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 Am?
6 sourced findings are recorded for Am; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that incorporating PHB and PBS into PLA films and impregnating them with mango leaf extract using supercritical solvent impregnation affected color, transparency, opacity, and release kinetics.
How strong is the evidence for Am?
The strongest finding for Am carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Am safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Am in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Am interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Am in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Am?
Am is also known as: мангифера индийская.
Is Am 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.
Sources
- T2 Carbohydrate reserve partitioning and reproductive decline following defoliation induced carbon source limitation in mango (Mangifera indica). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Multilocus Phylogenetic Identification and Fruit Pathogenicity of Lasiodiplodia Isolates Obtained from Mango Branches with Dieback and Fruits with Stem-End Rot in Mexico. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Linking fruit and stone morphology with germination and polyembryony in two mango genotypes, Olour and Kurukkan. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Unlocking the impact of citric acid and sugar on the nutritional, physicochemical, microbial and sensorial attributes of mango fruit leathers. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Supercritical Solvent Impregnation of Poly(lactic acid) (PLA)-Based Films: Effect of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) and Poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) on Loading Capacity, Optical Properties and Release Kinetics of Mango Leaf Extract. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction Conditions for Phenolic Content and Antioxidant Activity in Green Mango Peel Using Response Surface Methodology. literature abstract metadata