Buttercup Tree
Cochlospermum vitifolium
Cochlospermum vitifolium is a plant traditionally found in South Asia and Africa. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, studies have shown that leaf extracts possess significant antioxidant properties and antifungal activity against Candida albicans. Additionally, tetrahydrofuran extracts from the heartwood of Cochlospermum vitifolium were observed to reduce blood glucose levels in mice over a six-week period, though their effects were less pronounced compared to other evaluated plants. The wood traits of Cochlospermum vitifolium vary among species, with some exhibiting high water transport capacity but being sensitive to drought conditions. Safety data for Cochlospermum vitifolium is currently limited, and no major safety issues have been recorded. There are also no known drug interactions associated with this plant.
- 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
- Der Blattoberflächenextrakt von Cochlospermum vitifolium zeigte eine höhere Antioxidationskraft und einen größeren Wirkstoffgegen Candida albicans.
- Die Studie zeigte an, dass Tetrahydrofuran-Extrakte aus dem Holzinneren von Cochlospermum vitifolium die Blutzuckerspiegel bei Mäusen in sechs Wochen signifikant reduzierten, aber nicht bei der Rinde.
- Der Extrakt von Cochlospermum vitifolium zeigte solventabhängige zytotokische und antiproliferative Effekte an Krebszellenlinien im Vergleich zu nichtkrebsigen Zellen.
- Die Unterschiede in den anatomischen Holzmerkmalen von sechs Baumarten, die den wirtschaftlichen Spektrum tropischer trockener Wälder repräsentieren, zeigten eine Variation hauptsächlich zwischen Arten und nicht zwischen Regimen der Niederschläge.
Frequently asked questions
What is Buttercup Tree?
Buttercup Tree (Cochlospermum vitifolium) 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 Buttercup Tree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Buttercup Tree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Der Blattoberflächenextrakt von Cochlospermum vitifolium zeigte eine höhere Antioxidationskraft und einen größeren Wirkstoffgegen Candida albicans.
How strong is the evidence for Buttercup Tree?
The strongest finding for Buttercup Tree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Buttercup Tree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Buttercup Tree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Buttercup 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.
Quellen
- T2 Tree species differ in plant economic spectrum traits in the tropical dry forest of Mexico. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chronic administration of tetrahydrofuran extracts of Cochlospermum vitifolium (Wild) Sprengel in a mouse diabetes model: Hypoglycemic, antioxidant, and genoprotective effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Selective Cytotoxic and Antiproliferative Effects of Extracts from Four Mexican Medicinal Plants in Human Cancer and Non-Cancerous Cell Lines. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigating the Chemical, Antifungal, and Cytotoxic Properties of Cochlospermum vitifolium Leaves and Stem Bark Extracts. literature abstract metadata