2. Physalis peruviana:.
● species of ground cherry in the nightshade family
(Solanaceae) and its edible fruit. It is unrelated to
true gooseberries of the genus Ribes (family
Grossulariaceae)
● Cape gooseberries are bittersweet, slightly tart,
and quite juicy. They have some of the acidity of a
cherry tomato and notes of citrus fruits, pineapple,
peaches, and cherries.
INTRODUCTION
3. ● Physalis peruviana is a perennial plant that is
typically grown as an annual in many parts of the
world throughout the year
● The plant is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and
Peru and was widely grown in South Africa
beginning in the 19th century, which is likely the
source of its common name.
INTRODUCTION
4. INTRODUCTION
● Physalis peruviana adapted to
tropical and subtropical climates
and can be grown regions where
the temperature and humidity are
suitabl
● It’s sensitive to soil moisture, and
waterlogging should be avoided ,
also sensitive to frost and cannot
tolerate temperatures below 0°C
6. LOCAL NAME
● Physalis peruviana is also commonly known by
other names such as GoldenBerry in English
speaking countries ,Inca berry, Peruvian ground
cherry, and quite commonly the Cape gooseberry
in south Africa probably because it first came to
Britain via settlers on the Cape of Good Hope..
7. FAMILY NAME
The family of Physalis peruviana
called The Solanaceae
Includes over 100 species of
annual or perennial herbs,
shrubs, and small trees.
8. FAMILY NAME
● The name may come from a perceived resemblance of
certain solanaceous flowers to the sun and its rays.
● The Solanaceae also known as the potato or deadly
nightshade family is one of humankind's most
utilized and important plant families.
● It’s contains some of the world's most important food
plants, such as the potato, tomato, all peppers,
ground cherries (tomatillo), and eggplant
9. PART USED & DOSAGE FORM
● The fruit of Physalis peruviana is the most commonly
used part it’s consumed as a fresh fruit or used as an
ingredient in food products such as jellies and desserts
and can also be dried and used as a snack or in trail mix..
.
● The fruit also used in some cultures for therapeutic
purposes . Actually there are no standardized dosage
forms of Physalis peruviana available for medicinal use .
10. PART USED &
DOSAGE FORM
Some dietary supplements may
contain extracts of Physalis peruviana
which are usually sold in the form of
capsules or tablets ( juice supplements)
these supplements provide various
health benefits
12. EXTRACTION
The fruits were cleaned and washed
thoroughly under tap water, and then the
roots were freeze-dried and grinded into
fine powder using an electric blender.
13. The powder was dried in an oven at
40 °C for 24 h. The fine powder
sample (500 mg) was extracted in
10 ml ethanol or distilled H2O for
24h using a shaker, then the extract
was filtered and the samples were
stored at 4°C until use
EXTRACTION
14. ACTIVE COMPOUND
Physalis is an excellent source of
vitamin C and other active
compounds such as carotenoids,
phenols, flavonoids, tannin,
alkaloids,Vitamin B3 and B6.
15. ACTIVE COMPOUNDS
● However, one of the most notable active compounds in
Physalis peruviana is withanolides..
.
● Withanolides are a group of naturally occurring steroid
lactones that have various biological activities, such as
anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial,
immunoregulatory.
● Withanolides present in different parts of Physalis
peruviana, including the leaves, fruits, and roots.
16. One of these withanolide
who was obtained from
the whole plants of
P. peruviana called
peruvianolide D
peruvianolide D
ACTIVE COMPOUNDS
17. THERAPEUTIC USES
Managingdiabetes
Physalis peruviana may help regulate blood sugar levels,
making it potentially useful for managing diabetes. The plant
contains compounds that may improve insulin sensitivity and
reduce insulin resistance.
SupportingImmuneSystem
Physalis peruviana is an excellent source of vitamin C, which
helps maintain a healthy immune system and encourages
wound healing and other infections
18. THERAPEUTIC USES
Anticancer
Withanolides compound in P.peruvana have been found to
inhibit the growth of cancer cells and have potential as a
natural therapy for cancer treatment.
Supportingskinhealth
Some compounds found in Physalis peruviana, such as withanolides
and flavonoids, have anti-inflammatory properties ,Which reduced
inflammation in the body , so it’s useful in treating cases such as
arthritis, gout and other inflammatory disorders.
19. THERAPEUTIC USES
Supportingdigestion
Physalis peruviana contains dietary fiber, which can help
support healthy digestion. It used to treat digestive disorders
such as constipation, diarrhea and stomach ulcers.
Anti-Inflammation
high vitamin C content in Physalis peruviana may be beneficial
for skin health. Vitamin C can help protect the skin from damage
and It is used topically to treat skin diseases such as eczema,
psoriasis and acne.
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