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Ora-pro-nobis (Pereskia aculeata Miller) is a nutrient-rich cactus with potential in food and pharma. Its leaves and fruits offer valuable proteins, fibers, vitamins, and bioactive compounds for innovative products.

Area of Science:

  • Botany
  • Nutrition Science
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Pereskia aculeata Miller, known as ora-pro-nobis (OPN), is a Cactaceae plant from the Neotropics.
  • Traditionally consumed in rural communities, OPN is recognized for its nutritional value and medicinal uses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the botanical, nutritional, bioactive, and technofunctional properties of Pereskia aculeata Miller.
  • To highlight OPN's potential for the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of Pereskia aculeata Miller's characteristics.
  • Analysis of nutritional composition, bioactive compounds, and mucilage properties.

Main Results:

  • OPN leaves are rich in protein (23%), carbohydrates (31%), minerals (14%), lipids (8%), and soluble dietary fibers (4%).
Keywords:
bioactive moleculesfunctional propertiesmucilageora-pro-nobisplant proteinssustainable protein sources

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  • Leaves and fruits contain mucilage (arabinogalactan biopolymer) with thickening, gelling, and emulsifying properties.
  • OPN possesses bioactive molecules with metabolic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects.

    • Conclusions:

    • Pereskia aculeata Miller presents significant potential as a novel food source and ingredient.
    • Its diverse properties support the development of healthy and innovative food products and pharmaceutical applications.