Shell Ginger
Alpinia zerumbet
Alpinia zerumbet is a plant traditionally found in East Asia and the Pacific Islands. While it has not been extensively used in traditional medicine, studies have explored its potential applications. Scientific research indicates that Alpinia zerumbet extract can be utilized to synthesize AuPd bimetallic nanoparticles with enhanced catalytic activity for reducing nitro compounds, suggesting its utility in chemical synthesis. However, clinical trials did not find significant improvement in gait velocity when using Alpinia zerumbet oil (Ziclague®) in patients with hereditary spastic paraplegia. Additionally, the rhizome oil of Alpinia zerumbet showed stronger anticholinesterase activity compared to Hedychium coronarium rhizomes and demonstrated partial normalization of bladder contraction dynamics in mice under stress conditions without broad transcriptional changes. Safety profiles for this plant have not reported any major issues or drug interactions, indicating that it may be generally safe when used as intended.
- Beste Evidenz
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- Warnhinweise
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Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.
Was die Wissenschaft sagt
- Die Studie zeigte an, dass ein Extrait von Alpinia zerumbet zur Synthese von bimetallen Nanopartikeln AuPd mit erhöhter katalytischer Aktivität für die Reduktion von Nitroverbindungen verwendet werden kann.
- Ziclague® (Öl von Alpinia zerumbet) veränderte die Ganggeschwindigkeit bei Patienten mit ererbter spastischer Paraplegie im Vergleich zum Plazebo nicht signifikant.
- Das Öl der Rhizome von A. zerumbet zeigte eine stärkere Antikolinesterasen-Aktivität als die Rhizome von H. coronarium.
- Eine olfaktorische Stimulation spezifischer Gerüche von Alpinia zerumbet zeigte eine teilweise Normalisierung der Bladderkontraktionsdynamik bei Mäusen unter chronischem Stress, ohne breite Transkriptionsänderungen.
Frequently asked questions
What is Shell Ginger?
Shell Ginger (Alpinia zerumbet) 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 Shell Ginger?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Shell Ginger; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: Die Studie zeigte an, dass ein Extrait von Alpinia zerumbet zur Synthese von bimetallen Nanopartikeln AuPd mit erhöhter katalytischer Aktivität für die Reduktion von Nitroverbindungen verwendet werden kann.
How strong is the evidence for Shell Ginger?
The strongest finding for Shell Ginger carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Shell Ginger safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Shell Ginger in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Shell Ginger interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Shell Ginger in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Shell Ginger?
Shell Ginger is also known as: Альпиния церумбет, A tous maux.
Is Shell Ginger 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.
Quellen
- T2 Ziclague® (Alpinia Zerumbet oil) in patients with hereditary spastic paraplegia - the randomized controlled ZISPAST trial. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Eco-Friendly Synthesis of AuPd Bimetallic Nanoparticles Using Alpinia zerumbet for Efficient Reduction of Nitro Compounds. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Odor-specific olfactory stimulation is associated with selective transcriptional changes and partial improvement of stress-evoked bladder overactivity in mice. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative analysis of volatile composition and anticholinesterase activity of Egyptian Hedychium coronarium and Alpinia zerumbet using chemometric assessment of extraction techniques. literature abstract metadata