Utilization, Phytochemistry and Biological Activity of Hua gabonii Pierre ex De Wild.

Clément Mutunda Mbadiko (1) , Gédéon Ngiala Bongo (2) , Jean-Paul Koto-te-Nyiwa Ngbolua (3) , Marie Claire Dembo D’A Letshu Yandju (4) , Pius Tshimankinda Mpiana (5) , Théophile Fundu Mbemba (6)
(1) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
(2) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
(3) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
(4) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
(5) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the
(6) Université de Kinshasa , Congo, The Democratic Republic of the

Abstract

Although few studies are reported, Hua gabonii remains scientifically unknown due to the lack of studies. However, this aromatic plant is used in developing countries as a condiment or in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. The literature reported that this species is rich in proteins, essential amino acids, and vitamins C and E. Its fruits would present an appreciable antioxidant power. Therefore, given its numerous uses in tropical countries, H. gabonii is a good candidate for further studies.

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Authors

Clément Mutunda Mbadiko
Gédéon Ngiala Bongo
gedeonbongo@gmail.com (Primary Contact)
Jean-Paul Koto-te-Nyiwa Ngbolua
Marie Claire Dembo D’A Letshu Yandju
Pius Tshimankinda Mpiana
Théophile Fundu Mbemba
Author Biographies

Clément Mutunda Mbadiko, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Life Science, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Research Laboratory of Food and Nutrition (LARAN), Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Gédéon Ngiala Bongo, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Life Science, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Research Laboratory of Food and Nutrition (LARAN), Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Jean-Paul Koto-te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Life Science, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Marie Claire Dembo D’A Letshu Yandju, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Life Science, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Pius Tshimankinda Mpiana, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Chemistry and Industry, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Théophile Fundu Mbemba, Université de Kinshasa

Department of Life Science, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Research Laboratory of Food and Nutrition (LARAN), Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa XI, Commune de Lemba, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Mbadiko CM, Bongo GN, Ngbolua J-PK- te-N, Yandju MCDDL, Mpiana PT, Mbemba TF. Utilization, Phytochemistry and Biological Activity of Hua gabonii Pierre ex De Wild. Borneo J Pharm [Internet]. 2023Aug.30 [cited 2024May2];6(3):287-94. Available from: https://journal.umpr.ac.id/index.php/bjop/article/view/4239

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