Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials
Ethnopharmacological relevance: Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. (EJ), commonly known as loquat, is a fruit tree from the Rosaceae family, traditionally used in various cultures for its medicinal properties. Originating from Southeast China, it has been utilized in traditional medicine across cou...
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| author | Rony Abdi Syahputra Helen Helen Mega Carensia Gunawan Zahirah Dhiya Utari Aminah Dalimunthe Emil Salim Marianne Bastian Nurpudji Astuti Taslim Pipit Pitriani Sony Eka Nugraha Putri Cahaya Situmorang Fahrul Nurkolis Satirah Zainalabidin |
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| description | Ethnopharmacological relevance: Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. (EJ), commonly known as loquat, is a fruit tree from the Rosaceae family, traditionally used in various cultures for its medicinal properties. Originating from Southeast China, it has been utilized in traditional medicine across countries like Indonesia, Japan, India, and Turkey. The leaves and fruits of Eriobotrya japonica are known for their expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects, among others. The plant contains a rich profile of phytochemicals including phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and triterpenes, which contribute to its pharmacological activities. Aim of the study: This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials of Eriobotrya japonica. The study evaluates the scientific evidence supporting the ethnopharmacological relevance of the plant and identifies areas for future research. Materials and methods: A literature review was conducted, querying several databases for research articles published in English from 1960 to February 2024. Studies included were those investigating the phytochemistry, biological activity, traditional use, and pharmacological properties of Eriobotrya japonica. The methodology involved the extraction and isolation of bioactive compounds, in vitro and in vivo assays to determine pharmacological effects, and toxicity studies to assess safety. Results and discussion: This study reveals that Eriobotrya japonica contains a wealth of bioactive compounds, exhibiting notable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antitumor properties. Traditional uses in various cultures align with the pharmacological properties observed in scientific studies. However, the mechanisms of action of many compounds remain partially understood, and comprehensive toxicity studies are lacking. The potential for drug development from Eriobotrya japonica compounds is substantial, given their diverse therapeutic effects. Conclusion: Eriobotrya japonica exhibits a wide range of pharmacological activities that support its traditional uses. The presence of bioactive phytochemicals makes it a promising candidate for the development of new therapeutic agents. Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanisms of action, conducting clinical trials to confirm efficacy and safety, and exploring the potential for developing novel drugs from its constituents. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-9c968dc5759844b181ebdc10f14263522025-08-20T03:32:37ZengElsevierJournal of Agriculture and Food Research2666-15432025-08-012210209110.1016/j.jafr.2025.102091Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentialsRony Abdi Syahputra0Helen Helen1Mega Carensia Gunawan2Zahirah Dhiya Utari3Aminah Dalimunthe4Emil Salim5Marianne Bastian6Nurpudji Astuti Taslim7Pipit Pitriani8Sony Eka Nugraha9Putri Cahaya Situmorang10Fahrul Nurkolis11Satirah Zainalabidin12Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, Indonesia; Corresponding author.Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar, IndonesiaFaculty of Medicine, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Bandung, IndonesiaDepartment of Pharmaceutical Biology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Medan, IndonesiaDepartment of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Sciences and Technology, State Islamic University of Sunan Kalijaga (UIN Sunan Kalijaga), Yogyakarta 55281, IndonesiaBiomedical Science, Centre of Toxicology and Health Risk Study, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur 50300, MalaysiaEthnopharmacological relevance: Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. (EJ), commonly known as loquat, is a fruit tree from the Rosaceae family, traditionally used in various cultures for its medicinal properties. Originating from Southeast China, it has been utilized in traditional medicine across countries like Indonesia, Japan, India, and Turkey. The leaves and fruits of Eriobotrya japonica are known for their expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic effects, among others. The plant contains a rich profile of phytochemicals including phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and triterpenes, which contribute to its pharmacological activities. Aim of the study: This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials of Eriobotrya japonica. The study evaluates the scientific evidence supporting the ethnopharmacological relevance of the plant and identifies areas for future research. Materials and methods: A literature review was conducted, querying several databases for research articles published in English from 1960 to February 2024. Studies included were those investigating the phytochemistry, biological activity, traditional use, and pharmacological properties of Eriobotrya japonica. The methodology involved the extraction and isolation of bioactive compounds, in vitro and in vivo assays to determine pharmacological effects, and toxicity studies to assess safety. Results and discussion: This study reveals that Eriobotrya japonica contains a wealth of bioactive compounds, exhibiting notable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and antitumor properties. Traditional uses in various cultures align with the pharmacological properties observed in scientific studies. However, the mechanisms of action of many compounds remain partially understood, and comprehensive toxicity studies are lacking. The potential for drug development from Eriobotrya japonica compounds is substantial, given their diverse therapeutic effects. Conclusion: Eriobotrya japonica exhibits a wide range of pharmacological activities that support its traditional uses. The presence of bioactive phytochemicals makes it a promising candidate for the development of new therapeutic agents. Future research should focus on elucidating the mechanisms of action, conducting clinical trials to confirm efficacy and safety, and exploring the potential for developing novel drugs from its constituents.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666154325004624Eriobotrya japonicaLoquatEthnopharmacologyPhytochemistryPharmacological propertiesTraditional medicine |
| spellingShingle | Rony Abdi Syahputra Helen Helen Mega Carensia Gunawan Zahirah Dhiya Utari Aminah Dalimunthe Emil Salim Marianne Bastian Nurpudji Astuti Taslim Pipit Pitriani Sony Eka Nugraha Putri Cahaya Situmorang Fahrul Nurkolis Satirah Zainalabidin Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials Journal of Agriculture and Food Research Eriobotrya japonica Loquat Ethnopharmacology Phytochemistry Pharmacological properties Traditional medicine |
| title | Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials |
| title_full | Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials |
| title_fullStr | Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials |
| title_full_unstemmed | Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials |
| title_short | Eriobotrya japonica a review: Phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, and therapeutic potentials |
| title_sort | eriobotrya japonica a review phytochemical constituents traditional uses and therapeutic potentials |
| topic | Eriobotrya japonica Loquat Ethnopharmacology Phytochemistry Pharmacological properties Traditional medicine |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666154325004624 |
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