Diplopterys pubipetala: review of traditional use, phytochemical and potential health benefits

Diplopterys pubipetala: Review

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https://doi.org/10.46551/ruc.v27n2a10

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Diplopterys pubipetala, Banisteriopsis pubipetala, Ayahuasca tea, Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory action

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Objective: To compile and synthesize studies addressing the ethnobotanical and phytochemical characteristics of D. pubipetala. Methodology: A comprehensive literature search was conducted using databases such as Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, SciELO, Capes
journals, and academic books, encompassing ethnobotanical, ethnopharmacological, and phytochemical data. Results: The species exhibits a Variety of secondary metabolites, including phenolic compounds, alkaloids, and terpenes. Its alkaloid profile resembles that of Banisteriopsis caapi, a principal component of Ayahuasca, which has demonstrated therapeutic potential. Notable antioxidant activity was identified in leaf and stem extracts, likely due to flavonoids. Additionally, in vitro studies revealed cytotoxic, anti- inflammatory, and anti-metastatic effects. Conclusion: Further investigation into the species’ secondary metabolites is warranted to ensure safety and support the exploration of its pharmacological potential, particularly regarding antimicrobial, antifungal, and in vivo applications.  

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Veronica de Melo Sacramento, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Pós-doutoranda em Biotecnologia - UNIMONTES. Doutora em Biotecnologia pela Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - MG.

Pedro Henrique Fonseca Veloso, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Pedro Henrique Fonseca Veloso; Mestrado em Biotecnologia, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais - Brasil. 39401-089 https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2802-1244, pedrofonsecambc@gmail.com

Kamila Soares Freitas Souto, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Kamila Soares Freitas Souto; Graduado em Biologia pela Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais – Brasil. 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0009-0004-1084-1679, kamilasoares08@gmail.com

Eurislene Moreira Antunes Damasceno, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Eurislene Moreira Antunes Damasceno; Mestre em Cuidado Primário em Saúde Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais – Brasil. 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6381-7531, lene.euris@yahoo.com.br

Luís Henrique Rodrigues Rocha, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Luís Henrique Rodrigues Rocha; Graduando em Ciências Biológicas pela Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais – Brasil. 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4392-0854, e-mail: luisrrocha732@gmail.com

Elytania Veiga Menezes, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Elytânia Veiga Menezes; Laboratório de Bioprospecção e Recursos Genéticos; Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais – Brasil 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2574-9360, menezeselytania@gmail.com

Afrânio Farias de Melo Júnior, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Afrânio Farias de Melo Júnior; Doutor em Engenharia Florestal, Laboratório de Bioprospecção e Recursos Genéticos; Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais - Brasil, 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7899-3979, afraniofariasdemelo@gmail.com

Dario Alves de Oliveira, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Dario Alves de Oliveira; Doutor em Laboratório de Fitotecnia, Bioprospecção e Recursos Genéticos; Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - Montes Claros - Minas Gerais – Brasil 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8161-4607, darioaol@gmail.com

Tânia Maria de Almeida Alves, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz- Instituto René Rachou

Tânia Maria de Almeida Alves, Doutora em Química, Instituto René Rachou, FioCruz, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brasil, 30190-002. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0582-3968, tania.alves@fiocruz.br

Vanessa de Andrade Royo, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros

Vanessa de Andrade Royo, Doutora em Produtos Naturais e Sintéticos, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros, Biotecnologia, Montes Claros, Minas Gerais, Brasil, 39401-089. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4842-3569, vanroyo31@gmail.com

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SACRAMENTO, Veronica de Melo et al. Diplopterys pubipetala: review of traditional use, phytochemical and potential health benefits: Diplopterys pubipetala: Review. Revista Unimontes Científica, [S. l.], v. 27, n. 2, 2025. DOI: 10.46551/ruc.v27n2a10. Disponível em: https://www.periodicos.unimontes.br/index.php/unicientifica/article/view/8843. Acesso em: 8 dez. 2025.

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