The syrphid genus Meromacrus is widespread in the Neotropics, but its presence Chile has been confirmed just recently. Adults pollinate, and larvae are saprophagous of vegetal materials. In this note, we report cactorum Ricarte et al. for first time from Chile. New data on adult habitats flower visitation also provided Meromacrus. were observed flowers cacti Opuntia ficus-indica, Cumulopuntia s...

In this study, we aimed to evaluate the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Opuntia ficus-indica cactus cladode extracts in microglia BV-2 cells. Inflammation associated with microglia activation in neuronal injury can be achieved by LPS exposure. Using four different structurally and biologically well-characterized LPS serotypes, we revealed a structure-related differential effect ...

Since 1996, the primary objective of the New Crop Pathology Program at the University of the Free State has been to conduct a systematic survey of diseases occurring in cactus-pear [Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Miller] orchards throughout the country and to investigate possible relationships between disease-causing microorganisms and various insects, specifically Drosophila sp. Numerous fungal gen...

Climate-resilient and highly water-use efficient crops are needed to meet the future food, feed, fiber, fuel demands of a growing human population. Cactus pear (Opuntia spp.) productive yet have crop water that approximately 20% traditional due their ability perform crassulacean acid metabolism (CAM). In first long-term field trial Opuntia for bioenergy in United States, aboveground biomass (cl...

The analysis of publications is devoted to the problem treatment and prevention gastroesophageal reflux disease with use cytoprotectors. Special attention paid Gastrotop, new complex plant origin. Gastrotop (Еrвоzета S.p.A, San Marino) a medication cytoprotective action, containing Mucosave CG, standardized polysaccharides from stems Indian prickly pear (Opuntia ficus‑indica, 33.5%), leaves Eur...