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Phytochemistry and Bioactivity of Solanum betaceum Cav.

Abstract:

Solanum betaceum belongs to the Solanaceae family. Its fruit is mainly consumed in South America, but in recent years, it has been distributed to other regions. The different varieties of this fruit are closely linked to its components. Nutritionally, it is an excellent source of vitamin C and also provides vitamins A, B6, and E. However, in this chapter, we will review the nutritional differences according to the region in which S. betaceum is grown in addition to its phytochemical composition and the possible biological activities that have been studied for this fruit.