The cocona fruit (Solanum sessiliflorum) is a prominent tropical fruit belonging to the Solanaceae family and spreading across the Amazon rainforest, characterized by attractive yellow-to-orange fruits and a taste combining mild acidity and pleasant sweetness. Cocona serves as a natural pharmacy rich in vitamin C and antioxidants to combat free radicals, dietary fiber to improve digestion, as well as active compounds to enhance memory, brain vital functions, and strengthen bones and joints. Studies published in specialized scientific journals prove that cocona extracts possess unique properties in lowering bad cholesterol levels in the blood, regulating blood sugar rates, and protecting skin from harmful environmental effects thanks to its phenolic compounds.
Natural nutrients and Amazon rainforest botanical database. Research published in applied botany and nutrition journals. Encyclopedia of Tropical Medicinal Plants and Bio-Food. General information from the Syrian Agricultural Guide and Livestock in Syria _ Specialized Evidence Center.