Resumen

SALCEDO-PEREZ, Eduardo et al. Mineral content and phytochemical compounds in Physalis chenopodifolia Lam. on two conditions of vegetal growth. Rev. mex. de cienc. forestales [online]. 2015, vol.6, n.28, pp.58-73. ISSN 2007-1132.

Due to its abundant forestry resources, Mexico has numerous species of the Physalis genus (Solanaceae), plants with a phytochemical potential and important medicinal properties. Physalis chenopodifolia, one of these Solanaceae with a widespread presence in our country, has been little studied. Therefore, the purpose of this work was the mineral characterization and phytochemical screening of the fruits and leaves (foliage) of the plants collected under both wild and controlled conditions. A higher mineral content was found in the cultured samples: K and Mn in the fruits, and K, N, Mn and Fe in the leaves. As for the phytochemical profile, a greater variety of biological compounds was found in the stem and leaves, using aqueous and hydroalcoholic solvents as the most effective means of extraction. Terpenes/steroids, phenols and flavonoids, the most prevalent metabolites, were qualitatively determined. Experience in the technical and agronomic management of this species in various regions makes it possible to establish that this species can be easily cultivated and is an important potential source of metabolites of biomedical interest, and therefore, a forest species with an important non-timber potential.

Palabras llave : Biological activity; secondary metabolites; minerals; non-timber forest products; phytochemical screening; medical use.