Scientific and Technical Insights into Hancornia speciosa Gomes for Biotechnological Applications

Hancornia speciosa Gomes (H. speciosa) is present in several regions of Brazil. It is a plant traditionally used in the treatment of various diseases. This study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of scientific publications and patents related to H. speciosa, emphasizing its primary applications and potential utility. For scientific prospection, an extensive search for relevant publications was carried out in the Scopus database. For technological prospection, the Instituto Nacional de Propriedade Intelectual (INPI) and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) databases were utilized. Research on H. speciosa spans across multiple domains, including agronomy, gastronomy, technology, and pharmaceuticals, revealing the identification of numerous pharmacologically interesting compounds, such as rutin, chlorogenic acid, bornesitol, and various triterpenes, such as Lupeol, α- and β-amyrin, and their respective acetates. Regarding patents, there is a notable emphasis on gastronomic applications, with only a limited number of patents dedicated to technological and health-related areas. The increasing interest in H. speciosa is evident from the various studies investigating the biological properties of its compounds, such as anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, and antidiabetic actions. Additionally, there is significant potential for further exploration and advancement of research in the pharmaceutical and technological sectors.