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Family Myrtaceae: The treasure hidden in the complex/diverse composition
Fatema R Saber1, Paulo E S Munekata2, Komal Rizwan3
1Pharmacognosy Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.
Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
|February 7, 2023
Summary
This review highlights advancements in extracting bioactive compounds from important Myrtaceae plants using novel technologies like supercritical CO2 and ultrasound. Encapsulation techniques enhance stability for pharmaceutical and food applications, with ongoing research for sustainable extraction methods.
Area of Science:
- Botany and Plant Science
- Phytochemistry
- Food Science and Technology
Background:
- Myrtaceae is a globally significant plant family with numerous ecologically and economically vital genera.
- This review focuses on key Myrtaceae species including Eucalyptus, Eugenia, Syzygium, Psidium, Pimenta dioica, Myrtus, Myrciaria, and Melaleuca alternifolia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent scientific studies on Myrtaceae plant extracts and their applications.
- To highlight advancements in extraction technologies and bioactive compound delivery systems.
- To explore the potential of Myrtaceae in pharmaceutical, food, and industrial sectors.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on Myrtaceae plant extraction and application studies.
- Analysis of emerging technologies such as supercritical CO2 extraction and ultrasound-assisted extraction.
- Examination of encapsulation and nano-delivery systems for bioactive compounds.
Main Results:
- Supercritical CO2 and ultrasound methods yield extracts rich in bioactive compounds.
- Encapsulation technologies produce stable nanoemulsions, liposomes, and nanoparticles.
- Myrtaceae extracts show promise in food preservation (antimicrobial, antioxidant) and pharmaceutical applications, evidenced by increased patent filings.
Conclusions:
- Emerging technologies significantly enhance the extraction and delivery of bioactive compounds from Myrtaceae.
- Myrtaceae extracts offer substantial potential in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
- Further research is needed for eco-friendly extraction optimization and comprehensive risk assessments.
Keywords:
MyrtaceaeResponse surface methodologybioactive phytochemicalsfood applicationsnanoemulsionsphenolic acids and flavonoidsphloroglucinolsMore Related Videos
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