Phytochemical Characterization and In Vitro Biological Activities of Macleania rupestris (Ericaceae): Insights into Nutraceutical Potential
This study provides the first comprehensive evaluation of the previously listed <i>M. rupestris</i> bioactivities. While its antitumoral effects appear limited, its strong hemocompatibility and presence of antioxidant metabolites highlight its potential for biomedical and nutraceutical applications where biocompatibility is critical. Further studies are needed to optimize bioactivity and explore potential synergistic effects.
Authors
- Arianna Mayorga-Ramos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0220-4990)
- Rebeca González‐Pastor (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5630-6645)
- Carlos Barba‐Ostria (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8129-233X)
- Patricio Rojas‐Silva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9611-3661)
- Linda P. Guamán (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3756-2387)
- Ana Peñaherrera (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3886-7297)
- Diana Celi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7755-2212)
- Eduardo Tejera (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1377-0413)
- Juan A. Puente-Pineda (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-3881-9200)
Institutions
- Universidad UTE (EC)
- Universidad de Las Américas (EC)
- Universidad San Francisco de Quito (EC)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Molecules
- Published
- 2025-10-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules30214251
- Primary Topic
- Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00