Keywords
Films
Maranta arundinacea
Starch
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Abstract
Objective: To list and analyze studies that have investigated the use of the biopolymer arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea L.) as an innovative matrix in the development of technological products for the incorporation of bioactives, with a focus on biomedical, pharmaceutical and technological applications. Methods: Articles were selected from the PubMed, Scielo and Scopus databases, considering publications between 2013 and 2023. Twelve studies were included in the final review based on the application of inclusion and exclusion criteria, ensuring the relevance and quality of the studies selected for analysis. Results: It was observed that arrowroot is mainly used in the incorporation of essential oils, plant extracts and polysaccharides for the development of biodegradable and bioactive packaging, nutritious edible films and healing polymer membranes. These studies highlight the potential of arrowroot to promote functionality and sustainability in biomedical and pharmaceutical products. Final considerations: This study highlights arrowroot as a promising, low-cost matrix for innovation in biomaterials, encouraging further research and practical applications in this area.
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