Valorization of mangosteen, "The Queen of Fruits," and new advances in postharvest and in food and engineering applications: A review.

One of the most prolific plants utilized in various applications is mangosteen ( L.). Rich in potent bioactive compounds, such as xanthones, mangosteen is known to possess pharmacologically important anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties.

Recent updates on metabolite composition and medicinal benefits of mangosteen plant.

Background: Mangosteen ( L.) fruit has a unique sweet-sour taste and is rich in beneficial compounds such as xanthones. Mangosteen originally been used in various folk medicines to treat diarrhea, wounds, and fever.