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International Journal of Molecular Sciences· 2026Q1· Review

Phytochemical, Nutritional and Physicochemical Characteristics of Fruits and Leaves from the Myrica L. Genus: A Systematic Review

Sofia G. Florença, Maria João Barroca, Maria João Lima, Cláudia Nunes

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A systematic review of 16 studies (2014-2024) reveals Myrica L. species fruits and leaves possess significant phytochemical potential, with compounds like myricetin (0.002-1.27 mg/g in M. rubra fruits) showing biological activity, though nutritional data is limited.

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Field: Complementary and alternative medicine

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