Averrhoa carambola

Common Names: carambola

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Effect of edible coating of gelatin-sodium alginate with the addition of green tea (Camellia sinensis) extract on the characteristics of star fruit (Averrhoa carambola L.) during storage.

Ulfa LR, Ningrum A and Supriyadi (2024).
J Food Sci.
DOI:
10.1111/1750-3841.17311
PubMed:
39183678

Averrhoa carambola Leaf Extract Induces Apoptosis-Like Death with Increased ROS Generation in Leishmania donovani.

Ghosh P et al (2024).
Acta Parasitol.
DOI:
10.1007/s11686-024-00902-2
PubMed:
39164544

Interpretation and explanation of computer vision classification of carambola (Averrhoa carambola L.) according to maturity stage.

de Moraes IA, Barbon Junior S and Barbin DF (2024).
Food Res Int.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodres.2024.114836
PubMed:
39147524

Infraspecific Chemical Variability and Metabolomic Profiling by Paper Spray Ionization (PSI-MS) of Averrhoa carambola from Different Brazilian Biomes.

Balbino NS et al (2024).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202400458
PubMed:
38874121

Bioactive aerogels based on native and phosphorylated potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) starches incorporated with star fruit extract (Averrhoa carambola L.).

Kaster JB et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132907
PubMed:
38862318

2-Dodecyl-6-Methoxycyclohexa-2, 5-Diene-1, 4-Dione isolated from Averrhoa carambola L. root inhibits high glucose-induced EMT in HK-2 cells through targeting the regulation of miR-21-5p/Smad7 signaling pathway.

Li J et al (2024).
Biomed Pharmacother.
DOI:
10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116280
PubMed:
38368837

Corrigendum to "2-Dodecyl-6-methoxycyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione, isolated from the root of Averrhoa carambola L., protects against diabetic kidney disease by inhibiting TLR4/TGFβ signaling pathway" [Int. Immunopharmacol. 80 (2020) 106120].

Diabetes
Zhang H et al (2024).
Int Immunopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.intimp.2024.111667
PubMed:
38350758

Comparative metatranscriptomics reveals effect of host plant on microbiota gene expression of Anastrepha obliqua (Diptera: Tephritidae) larvae.

GastroenterologyGenetics
Cárdenas-Hernández V, Lemos-Lucumí CA and Toro-Perea N (2023).
Environ Entomol.
DOI:
10.1093/ee/nvad119
PubMed:
38156666

Sweet-type star fruit supplementation controls oxidative stress status and enhances the community walking capacity among elderly Thai.

Immunology
Kaju J et al (2023).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-023-04291-3
PubMed:
38082283

Cytotoxic/antiproliferative and nutraceutical activity of aqueous and ethanolic extracts of green and mature Averrhoa carambola.

Summary

A study on Averrhoa carambola fruit found it rich in nutrients and vitamins, with higher antioxidant activity and potential health benefits. It could be a valuable source of nutraceutical compounds.

Cancer
Fragoso AG et al (2023).
Braz J Biol.
DOI:
10.1590/1519-6984.276605
PubMed:
37937633

First report of Cephalerous virescens causing Algal leaf spot of Averrhoa carambola in India.

Deepak Reddy B et al (2023).
Plant Dis.
DOI:
10.1094/PDIS-08-23-1563-PDN
PubMed:
37682227

Averrhoa carambola L. fruit and stem metabolites profiling and immunostimulatory action mechanisms against cyclosporine induced toxic effects in rat model as analysed using UHPLC/MS-MS-based chemometrics and bioassays.

S Ramadan N et al (2023).
Food Chem Toxicol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.fct.2023.114001
PubMed:
37619832

Integrating traditional ecological knowledge into habitat restoration: implications for meeting forest restoration challenges.

Haq SM et al (2023).
J Ethnobiol Ethnomed.
DOI:
10.1186/s13002-023-00606-3
PubMed:
37559120

Death associated with ingestion of starfruit (Averrhoa carambola) in a patient with chronic kidney disease.

Raciti C, Blanzaco M and Bernstein J (2023).
Am J Emerg Med.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ajem.2023.06.043
PubMed:
37394384

Averrhoa carambola L. fruit polyphenols ameliorate hyperlipidemia, hepatic steatosis, and hyperglycemia by modulating lipid and glucose metabolism in mice with obesity.

Summary

This study investigated the effects of Averrhoa carambola L. fruit polyphenols (ACFP) on obesity-related complications in mice. ACFP showed protective effects against hyperlipidemia, hepatic steatosis, and hyperglycemia. The mechanisms of action underlying these effects were also examined.

DiabetesObesity
Song H et al (2023).
J Sci Food Agric.
DOI:
10.1002/jsfa.12731
PubMed:
37225676

Averrhoa carambola L., Cyphomandra betacea, Myrciaria dubia as a Source of Bioactive Compounds of Antioxidant Properties.

Nowak D et al (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12040753
PubMed:
36832828

Averrhoa carambola leaves prevent dyslipidemia and oxidative stress in a rat model of poloxamer-407-induced acute hyperlipidemia.

Abduh MS et al (2023).
Front Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.3389/fphar.2023.1134812
PubMed:
36814487

Effect of Na and Al doping on ZnO nanoparticles for potential application in sunscreens.

Porrawatkul P et al (2023).
J Photochem Photobiol B.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2023.112668
PubMed:
36774718

Post-harvest Anthracnose of Carambola (Averrhoa carambola) Caused by Colletotrichum fructicola in China.

Li S and Zhang W (2022).
Plant Dis.
DOI:
10.1094/PDIS-07-22-1612-PDN
PubMed:
36089674

Identification of 45S rDNA in Passiflora using low coverage sequencing: analysis of GC content and chromosomal localization.

Genetics
Silva GS, Souza MM and Carvalho Cayres Pamponét V (2022).
Mol Biol Rep.
DOI:
10.1007/s11033-022-07686-6
PubMed:
35997851

Acute and sub-chronic toxicological evaluation of Averrhoa carambola leaves in Sprague Dawley rats.

Saghir SAM et al (2022).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
DOI:
10.1007/s11356-022-22019-7
PubMed:
35864392

Actinomycetospora soli sp. nov., isolated from the rhizosphere soil of Averrhoa carambola L.

Chantavorakit T and Duangmal K (2022).
Int J Syst Evol Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1099/ijsem.0.005277
PubMed:
35851075

Microwave-assisted synthesis of Ag/ZnO nanoparticles using Averrhoa carambola fruit extract as the reducing agent and their application in cotton fabrics with antibacterial and UV-protection properties.

Porrawatkul P et al (2022).
RSC Adv.
DOI:
10.1039/d2ra01636b
PubMed:
35702435

Star fruit extract and C-glycosylated flavonoid components have potential to prevent air pollutant-induced skin inflammation and premature aging.

Immunology
Wu P et al (2022).
Nat Prod Bioprospect.
DOI:
10.1007/s13659-022-00336-1
PubMed:
35359233

Nutritional and medicinal properties of Star fruit (Averrhoa carambola): A review.

Review
Lakmal K et al (2021).
Food Sci Nutr.
DOI:
10.1002/fsn3.2135
PubMed:
33747490

Nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity following star fruit (Averrhoa carambola) ingestion: a narrative review.

Summary

Star fruit toxicity can cause both kidney and neurological problems, especially in individuals with prior renal impairment. A review of ten case series and 28 case reports found that acute oxalate nephropathy with tubulointerstitial nephritis or tubular necrosis was common. Neurotoxicity manifestations ranged from hiccups to status epilepticus. The main substances causing nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity were oxalate and caramboxin, which inhibits GABA binding and activates glutamatergic receptors. Early detection and renal replacement therapy can improve outcomes. Animal studies shed light on the underlying mechanisms of toxicity.

Review Neuroscience
Yasawardene P et al (2021).
Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg.
DOI:
10.1093/trstmh/trab026
PubMed:
33693950

Assessment of heavy metals in Averrhoa bilimbi and A. carambola fruit samples at two developmental stages.

Soumya SL and Nair BR (2016).
Environ Monit Assess.
DOI:
10.1007/s10661-016-5298-z
PubMed:
27080855