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Portulaca oleracea L.: literature quantitative research analysis
Maria Mattera1, Niccolò Pilla2,3, Altero Aguzzi1
1CREA-Research Centre for Food and Nutrition, Rome, Italy.
Natural Product Research
|November 12, 2024
Summary
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) is a nutrient-rich plant with traditional medicinal uses. Research highlights its bioactive compounds, potential health benefits, and diverse applications in food, medicine, and environmental remediation.
Area of Science:
- Botany and Phytochemistry
- Nutritional Science
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) has a long history of culinary and medicinal use.
- It is recognized for its valuable biological properties and traditional applications.
- An updated review of its features and potential is warranted.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of purslane's botanical aspects, nutritional profile, and bioactive compounds.
- To explore its traditional uses in food and medicine.
- To identify potential future applications of purslane.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative literature research analysis was performed.
- Information on botanical, geographical, nutritional, and health-related aspects was gathered.
- Traditional uses and potential applications were investigated.
Main Results:
- Purslane is rich in vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, organic acids, and unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic and alpha-linolenic).
- Bioactive compounds contribute to potential hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant effects.
- Applications include food enhancement, natural additive use, phytoremediation, and saline water recycling.
Conclusions:
- Purslane possesses significant nutritional value and a wide array of bioactive compounds.
- It offers numerous potential health benefits and versatile applications in various industries.
- Further research can unlock the full potential of purslane in food, medicine, and environmental sustainability.
Keywords:
Bioactive compoundsPortulaca oleracea L.folk medicineliterature quantitative research analysismedicinal plantsnutritional compositionpurslaneMore Related Videos
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