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Functional Properties of Physalis Pubescens Linnaeus : A Literature Review

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  • Tailise Beatriz Roll Zimmer*

    (Department of Agroindustrial Science and Technology, Federal University of Pelotas, Campus Capão do Leão, 96010900, Brazil)

  • Deborah Murowaniecki Otero

    (Department of Food Science, School of Nutrition, Federal University of Bahia, Campus Canela, 40110909, Brazil)

  • Rui Carlos Zambiazi

    (Center for Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Food Sciences, Federal University of Pelotas, Campus Capão do Leão, 96010900, Brazil)

Abstract

Physalis pubescens L. has exotic fruit, native to the Americas, with potential to be widely used for consumption. This plant has yellow fruits accompanied by chalices. The aerial parts are used in traditional medicine due to its preventive and curative effect. Its fruits are aromatic and mildly acidic, besides containing compounds that contribute to the functional capacity of the fruit. Due to the health benefits, the use of this plant has generated a great commercial interest. Purpose of this review was to compile information on the functional properties of Physalis pubescens, as well as to explore information on some of the major species of Physalis.

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  • Tailise Beatriz Roll Zimmer* & Deborah Murowaniecki Otero & Rui Carlos Zambiazi, 2019. "Functional Properties of Physalis Pubescens Linnaeus : A Literature Review," Journal of Biotechnology Research, Academic Research Publishing Group, vol. 5(12), pages 128-139, 12-2019.
    • Handle: RePEc:arp:rjbarp:2019:p:128-139
    DOI: 10.32861/jbr.512.128.139
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