Análise fotomicroscópica qualitativa de lipídios e proteínas em sementes de criviri (Mouriri guianensis Aubl.)

Abstract

The species Mouriri guianensis (criviri), native to Brazil, remains understudied, particularly regarding the biochemical composition of its seeds, which limits its utilization. To investigate its potential, healthy fruits were collected in Anajatuba, Maranhão, and analyzed at the Food Science and Bromatology Laboratory, State University of Maranhão. Histochemical techniques with specific dyes4such as methylene blue and Oil Red O for lipids and Coomassie for proteins4were applied and examined under optical microscopy. The results confirmed the presence of protein bodies and lipid droplets, validating these compounds in the seeds. The study demonstrated the effectiveness of the methodology and reinforced the species' relevance as a source of bioactive compounds, encouraging further research and potential biotechnological applications. These findings contribute to the phytochemical understanding of criviri and highlight its underexplored potential