From general toxicology to DNA disruption: A safety assessment of Plinia cauliflora (Mart.) Kausel

Plinia cauliflora (Mart.) Kausel (Myrtaceae) is popularly known as “jaboticaba” or “jaboticaba”. The fruit is appreciated for both fresh consumption and the manufacture of jelly, juice, ice cream, fermented beverages, and liqueurs. The more widespread traditional use of the plant involves the treatment of diarrhea, which utilizes all parts of the plant, including the fruit peels. Aim of the study: We sought to elucidate possible risks of the...