Argus pheasant tree

Dracontomelon dao

Dracontomelon dao is a plant traditionally used in Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese herbal practices. It has been noted for its potential antibacterial properties and wound healing effects. Scientific studies have shown that Dracontomelan dao stem bark extracts exhibit antibacterial activity against methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA), methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), and multidrug-resistant E. coli, with some samples showing stronger bactericidal effects. Additionally, extracts from the leaves of Dracontomelan dao have demonstrated notable antibacterial activities, though more research is needed to confirm these findings comprehensively. The plant has also shown wound healing effects in rats by reducing wound size and regulating inflammatory and angiogenic responses. While no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, further studies are required to fully understand its potential benefits and risks.

لمحة سريعة
أفضل دليل
D
تحذيرات

للمعلومات فقط. الاستخدام التقليدي لا يعني فعاليّة مثبتة. تختلف الأدلة والسلامة — راجع المصادر المذكورة.

ما يقوله العلم

  • الاستخراجات من جلود أغصان Dracontomelon dao أظهرت نشاط مضاد للبكتيريا ضد MSSA و MRSA وإ. كولي MDR مع نسبة MIC ومBC أقل من 4. D PMID
  • أظهرت ست عينات من أوراق Dracontomelon dao نشاطاً مضادًا للبكتيريا ملحوظًا، مع أن العينة S6 أظهرت تأثيرًا أكثر وضوحًا. D PMID
  • تم تحديد سبعة مركبات من جلود Dracontomelon dao، بعضها قد يكون له تأثير حبس على α-جلاكوزيداز و 15-ليبو أكسجيناز في نفس الوقت. D PMID
  • دراكونтомيلون داو أظهر تأثيرات شفاء الجروح من خلال خفض حجم الجرح وزيادة سرعة الانكماش، بالإضافة إلى تنظيم الاستجابة التهابية والangiogenic في الفئران. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Argus pheasant tree?

Argus pheasant tree (Dracontomelon dao) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Argus pheasant tree?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Argus pheasant tree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: الاستخراجات من جلود أغصان Dracontomelon dao أظهرت نشاط مضاد للبكتيريا ضد MSSA و MRSA وإ. كولي MDR مع نسبة MIC ومBC أقل من 4.

How strong is the evidence for Argus pheasant tree?

The strongest finding for Argus pheasant tree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Argus pheasant tree safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Argus pheasant tree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Argus pheasant tree interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Argus pheasant tree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Argus pheasant tree a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

المصادر

  1. T2 ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY OF DRACONTOMELON DAO EXTRACTS ON METHICILLIN-RESISTANT S. AUREUS (MRSA) AND E. COLI MULTIPLE DRUG RESISTANCE (MDR). literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Antibacterial evaluation of plants extracts against ampicillin-resistant Escherichia coli (E. coli) by microcalorimetry and principal component analysis. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Wound Healing Effects of Dracontomelon dao on Bacterial Infection Wounds in Rats and Its Potential Mechanisms under Simulated Space Environment. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory bioactive hits from Coriaria intermedia Matsum. stem and Dracontomelon dao (Blanco) Merr. & Rolfe bark through bioassay-guided fractionation and liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. literature abstract metadata