Phenolic extracts and amino acids content from Cucumeropsis mannii naudin and Citrullus lanatus inhibit relevant enzymes of erectile dysfunction in rat's penile tissue

Highlights • A focused on the erectogenic potentials of two tropical pumpkin seeds was established. • The antioxidant properties of these seed varieties were also discussed. • The inhibitory effects of the seeds on key enzymes relevant to ED were critically explored. • The potentials of the seeds to manage ED were recommended.