Passion Fruit
Passiflora edulis
Passiflora edulis, commonly known as yellow passion fruit, originates from South America and has been traditionally used in various cultural practices, though specific traditional uses for this particular species are not well-documented. Scientific research indicates that PCCV, a virus provisionally identified in Passiflora sp. plants in China, may have implications for the plant's health but does not directly relate to the fruit or its potential medicinal uses. PP-FP from yellow passion fruit has shown protective effects against UVB-induced photodamage by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing skin barrier function, suggesting possible topical applications. Gene expression studies reveal that PeMYB6 competes with PeMYB114 to bind PebHLH42, influencing anthocyanin biosynthesis in the fruit. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Passiflora edulis.
- 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
- This study characterizes the nutritional and chemical profiles of Passiflora edulis fruits cultivated in Sicily, identifying potentially valuable bioactive compounds in the peels and seeds.
- A novel virus, provisionally named passiflora chlorotic crinkle virus (PCCV), belonging to the genus Carlavirus, has been identified in Passiflora sp. plants in China.
- The study found distinct gene expression dynamics in response to self versus cross-pollination in yellow passion fruit, suggesting an SSI-like mechanism with lineage-specific regulatory patterns.
- PP-FP from Passiflora edulis showed protective effects against UVB-induced photodamage in cells and mice by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing skin barrier function.
- PeMYB6 competes with PeMYB114 to bind PebHLH42, influencing anthocyanin biosynthesis in passion fruit.
- The integrated use of silicon and cattle manure enhanced nutrient uptake, ionic balance, and fruit production in sour passion fruit under semi-arid conditions.
- Supplementation with purple passion fruit peel reduced systemic IgE and pulmonary IL-4 and IL-5 levels in a murine model of asthma.
Frequently asked questions
What is Passion Fruit?
Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis) 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 Passion Fruit?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Passion Fruit; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: This study characterizes the nutritional and chemical profiles of Passiflora edulis fruits cultivated in Sicily, identifying potentially valuable bioactive compounds in the peels and seeds.
How strong is the evidence for Passion Fruit?
The strongest finding for Passion Fruit carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Passion Fruit safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Passion Fruit in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Passion Fruit interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Passion Fruit in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Passion Fruit?
Passion Fruit is also known as: маракуйя, grenadille.
Is Passion Fruit 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 Deciphering the Transcriptomic Dynamics of Self-Incompatibility in Yellow Passion Fruit: Evidence of Modified Sporophytic Mechanism. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Complete genome sequence of a novel carlavirus infecting Passiflora edulis in China. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Protective effects of Passiflora edulis Sims peel fermentation polysaccharide against UVB-induced photodamage via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Interaction between silicon and organic matter improves mineral nutrition and production of sour passion fruit in a semi-arid region of Brazil. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Passiflora edulis Sims. cultivated in Sicily: chemical profile, antioxidant activity and antimicrobial potential of its passion fruit. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dietary intervention with purple passion fruit peel in asthma: insights into Th2-mediated responses in an ovalbumin-induced murine model. literature abstract metadata
- T2 PeMYB6 Competes with PeMYB114 for Interaction with PebHLH42 to Regulate Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Passion Fruit. literature abstract metadata