Arbutus unedo

Common Names: strawberry tree

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Effects of Strawberry Tree Water Leaf Extract and Arbutin on Biochemical Markers and DNA Integrity in Brain Cells of Lewis Rats.

Summary

Study on the effects of strawberry tree extract and arbutin in rat brain tissue. Results show no harmful impact on antioxidant status or DNA integrity. Promising for potential nutraceutical development.

GeneticsNeuroscience
Benković V et al (2024).
Toxics.
DOI:
10.3390/toxics12080595
PubMed:
39195697

Effect of climate change on current and future potential distribution of Strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.) in Türkiye.

Sarikaya AG, Uzun A and Turan FD (2024).
Sci Rep.
DOI:
10.1038/s41598-024-68683-2
PubMed:
39075185

Antityrosinase activity and LC-MS/MS analysis of optimized ultrasound-assisted condition extracts and fractions from strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.).

Demir S et al (2024).
J Food Drug Anal.
DOI:
10.38212/2224-6614.3496
PubMed:
38934692

Characterization of Antioxidant Bioactive Compounds and Rheological, Color and Sensory Properties in 3D-Printed Fruit Snacks.

Immunology
Bebek Markovinović A et al (2024).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods13111623
PubMed:
38890852

The Application of Probiotic Bacteria from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa × Duch.) in the Fermentation of Strawberry Tree Fruit (Arbutus unedo L.) Extract.

Kostelac D et al (2024).
Microorganisms.
DOI:
10.3390/microorganisms12051000
PubMed:
38792829

Arbutus unedo L. Fractions Exhibit Chemotherapeutic Properties for the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors.

Di Vito A et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants13091201
PubMed:
38732416

Elemental and Radiological Characterisation of Arbutus unedo L. Leaves and Tea: Impact of Preparation Method on Nutritional Risk/Benefit.

Tariba Lovaković B et al (2024).
Biol Trace Elem Res.
DOI:
10.1007/s12011-024-04201-9
PubMed:
38702515

Novel Fermentation Strategies of Strawberry Tree Arbutus unedo Fruits to Obtain High Nutritional Value Products.

Ramires FA et al (2024).
Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:
10.3390/ijms25020684
PubMed:
38255758

Drought-Stress-Induced Changes in Chloroplast Gene Expression in Two Contrasting Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo L.) Genotypes.

Genetics
Martins J, Neves M and Canhoto J (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12244133
PubMed:
38140460

Bioactive strawberry fruit (Arbutus unedo L.) extract remedies paraquat-induced neurotoxicity in the offspring prenatally exposed rats.

Summary

Researchers investigated the therapeutic effects of L. aqueous extract against neurotoxicity caused by paraquat exposure. This study is important for understanding potential treatments for paraquat-induced neurological deficits.

Neuroscience
Ait Lhaj Z et al (2023).
Front Neurosci.
DOI:
10.3389/fnins.2023.1244603
PubMed:
37901424

On the Valorization of Arbutus unedo L. Pomace: Polyphenol Extraction and Development of Novel Functional Cookies.

Summary

Pomace from L. fruits can extract polyphenols and be incorporated in cookies for added health benefits. Study determines optimal extraction conditions and positive consumer response.

Phytochemistry
Duarte H et al (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12193707
PubMed:
37835361

Metabolomic analysis and bioactivities of Arbutus unedo leaves harvested across the seasons in different natural habitats of Sardinia (Italy).

Sanna C et al (2023).
BMC Plant Biol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12870-023-04497-0
PubMed:
37828439

Multi-omic characterisation as a tool to improve knowledge, valorisation and conservation of wild fruit genetic resources: the case of Arbutus unedo L.

Tartaglia M et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
DOI:
10.3389/fpls.2023.1195673
PubMed:
37745992

Arbutus unedo fruit syrup as a fortifying agent: effect on physicochemical, microbiological, rheological, sensory and antioxidant properties of yoghurt.

Summary

This study evaluated the antioxidant and antibacterial activities of fruits and their syrup when incorporated into bi-layer yogurt. Results showed that both extracts had antibacterial effects and the syrup increased yogurt consistency. Fermentation improved antioxidant activity initially, but it decreased over time during storage.

ImmunologyPhytochemistry
Essaidi I et al (2023).
J Food Sci Technol.
DOI:
10.1007/s13197-023-05801-4
PubMed:
37711580

Strawberry tree fruits (Arbutus unedo L.): Bioactive composition, cellular antioxidant activity, and 3D printing of functional foods.

Summary

Arbutus unedo fruits can be used to make functional foods with 3D printing, as they have biological activity and can protect DNA and act as an antimicrobial agent. The printing process affects the bioactive compounds, but the final products are still rich in polyphenols. Thus, A. unedo can be a sustainable resource for innovative functional foods.

Immunology
Bebek Markovinović A et al (2023).
Food Chem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodchem.2023.137287
PubMed:
37708697

Development of a Pressurized Green Liquid Extraction Procedure to Recover Antioxidant Bioactive Compounds from Strawberry Tree Fruit (Arbutus unedo L.).

Immunology
Bebek Markovinović A et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12102006
PubMed:
37653923

Anthracological study of a Chalcolithic funerary deposit from Perdigões (Alentejo, Portugal): A new analytical methodology to establish the wood burning temperature.

Coradeschi G et al (2023).
PLoS One.
DOI:
10.1371/journal.pone.0287531
PubMed:
37418445

Anti-Obesity Actions of Two Separated Aqueous Extracts From Arbutus (Arbutus unedo) and Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) Fruits Against High-Fat Diet in Rats via Potent Antioxidant Target.

Summary

In a study, two extracts from fruits of A and C plants reduced weight and adipose tissue in obese rats and improved metabolic and biochemical markers. These extracts have potential for preventing and treating obesity.

ImmunologyObesity
Wahabi S et al (2023).
Dose Response.
DOI:
10.1177/15593258231179904
PubMed:
37275393

Antioxidant Activity and Inhibition of Digestive Enzymes of New Strawberry Tree Fruit/Apple Smoothies.

Immunology
Gil KA et al (2023).
Antioxidants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antiox12040805
PubMed:
37107180

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Identified Species-Specific SSR and SNP Markers, Allow the Unequivocal Identification of Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo L.) Germplasm Accessions and Contribute to Assess Their Genetic Relationships.

Pereira R et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12071517
PubMed:
37050143

Protective Effects of Arbutus unedo L. Honey in the Alleviation of Irinotecan-Induced Cytogenetic Damage in Human Lymphocytes-An In Vitro Study.

Immunology
Jurič A et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:
10.3390/ijms24031903
PubMed:
36768223

Microbial Community Structure among Honey Samples of Different Pollen Origin.

Stavropoulou E et al (2023).
Antibiotics (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antibiotics12010101
PubMed:
36671302

Effect of Apple Juice Enrichment with Selected Plant Materials: Focus on Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Activity.

Gil KA et al (2022).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12010105
PubMed:
36613321

Use of Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo) as a Source of Functional Fractions with Biological Activities.

Review
Morales D et al (2022).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods11233838
PubMed:
36496646

Chemical Composition, Antioxidant, Anti-Diabetic, Anti-Acetylcholinesterase, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antimicrobial Properties of Arbutus unedo L. and Laurus nobilis L. Essential Oils.

Summary

The study assessed the chemical composition, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-acetylcholinesterase activity of two plant essential oils. Both oils were found to have significant biological effects, including inhibiting carbohydrate-hydrolyzing enzymes and antimicrobial activity. One oil was found to be a better inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase and the other showed a greater anti-inflammatory effect. In vivo studies confirmed the anti-inflammatory effect. The study highlights the potential of these oils as natural drugs with significant therapeutic properties.

AntimicrobialImmunologyNeurosciencePhytochemistry
Al-Mijalli SH et al (2022).
Life (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/life12111876
PubMed:
36431011

Saccharomyces cerevisiae Diversity in Arbutus unedo L. Fermentations in Association with the Volatile and Sensory Similarities of the Distillates.

Baleiras-Couto MM et al (2022).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods11131916
PubMed:
35804732

Cytotoxic activity of strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.) honey, its extract, and homogentisic acid on CAL 27, HepG2, and Caco-2 cell lines.

Jurič A et al (2022).
Arh Hig Rada Toksikol.
DOI:
10.2478/aiht-2022-73-3653
PubMed:
35792769

An Endemic Plant of the Mediterranean Area: Phytochemical Characterization of Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo L.) Fruits Extracts at Different Ripening Stages.

Phytochemistry
Scarano P et al (2022).
Front Nutr.
DOI:
10.3389/fnut.2022.915994
PubMed:
35782922

Host and gut microbiome modulate the antiparasitic activity of nectar metabolites in a bumblebee pollinator.

Gastroenterology
Koch H et al (2022).
Philos Trans R Soc Lond B Biol Sci.
DOI:
10.1098/rstb.2021.0162
PubMed:
35491601

Arbutus unedo leaf extracts as potential dairy preservatives: case study on quark cheese.

Derbassi N et al (2022).
Food Funct.
DOI:
10.1039/d1fo04158d
PubMed:
35475440

Metabolomics and chemometrics of seven aromatic plants: Carob, eucalyptus, laurel, mint, myrtle, rosemary and strawberry tree.

de Falco B et al (2022).
Phytochem Anal.
DOI:
10.1002/pca.3121
PubMed:
35354224

Arbutus Unedo Honey and Propolis Ameliorate Acute Kidney Injury, Acute Liver Injury, and Proteinuria via Hypoglycemic and Antioxidant Activity in Streptozotocin-Treated Rats.

Diabetes
Touzani S et al (2022).
Cell Physiol Biochem.
DOI:
10.33594/000000496
PubMed:
35218633

An Insight into Phytochemical, Pharmacological, and Nutritional Properties of Arbutus unedo L. from Morocco.

Review Phytochemistry
El Haouari M et al (2021).
Evid Based Complement Alternat Med.
DOI:
10.1155/2021/1794621
PubMed:
34853597

Moroccan Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo L.) Fruits: Nutritional Value and Mineral Composition.

Ait Lhaj Z et al (2021).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods10102263
PubMed:
34681311

Arbutus unedo L.: From traditional medicine to potential uses in modern pharmacotherapy.

Review
Morgado S et al (2018).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2018.07.004
PubMed:
29981432

Carotenoid composition of strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo L.) fruits.

Delgado-Pelayo R, Gallardo-Guerrero L and Hornero-Méndez D (2016).
Food Chem.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.11.135
PubMed:
26775958