Productive and phytochemical profile of the essential oil from Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi naturally occurring in forest fragments of the "Deus me Deu" pre-settlement, in the municipality of Belmonte-BA.
Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi; pink pepper; essential oils; sustainable rural development;
The species Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi, commonly known as Brazilian Peppertree or Red Aroeira, is a native forest species from Brazil that holds significant economic and environmental potential in rural settlements and family farming areas through the production of pink pepper. It is also considered a plant with bioactive potential due to its essential oil content. With the increasing demand and market value of pink pepper, the establishment of productive areas has been growing, making it necessary to conduct studies that contribute to its sustainable management and the development of productive chain. The possibility of diversifying production through the extraction of essential oils further enhances the income generation potential of the species, a crucial factor, especially for small-scale farmers. This study aims to assess the productive and phytochemical profile of the essential oil from naturally occurring Schinus terebinthifolius in fragments of the "Deus me deu" pre-settlement in the municipality of Belmonte, Bahia, where productive areas of Brazilian Peppertree will be established for pink pepper extraction. Expected to understand the productive behavior of these plants and the quality of the oil produced, focusing on the concentration of compounds accepted by the pharmaceutical industry. This will provide insights into whether essential oil commercialization is a feasible and viable option for the community, contributing scientific data to map the behavior of this plant.