Coral trees
Erythrina
Erythrina, a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, has traditional medicinal uses primarily documented in East Africa. While specific Erythrina species are traditionally used to treat various ailments, no detailed records exist for a single species within this genus. Scientific studies have shown that extracts from certain Erythrina species, such as E. abyssinica and E. caffra, exhibit potential therapeutic effects. For instance, an extract of E. caffra demonstrated protective properties against cadmium-induced memory impairment and neurodegeneration by modulating oxidative stress, inflammation, and cholinergic function. Additionally, studies have indicated that extracts from E. caffra leaves may possess antiviral activity against SARS-CoV-2. The pharmacokinetics of hypaphorine from Erythrina velutina in rats after intravenous and oral administration have also been characterized. Notably, no major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for these species to date.
- Beste Evidenz
- A
- Warnhinweise
- —
Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.
Was die Wissenschaft sagt
- Diese Studie bestimmt die Pharmakokinetik und Ausscheidung von Hypaphorin aus Erythrina velutina bei Ratten nach intravenöser und oralen Verabreichung.
- Die Studie zeigte an, dass 97 Arten der Familie der Leguminosen, darunter Erythrina abyssinica, in Traditioneller Medizin in坦桑尼亚用于治疗人类疾病。
- Das Extrakt von Erythrina caffra zeigte schützende Wirkungen gegen kadmiuminduzierte Gedächtnisstörungen und Neuroinflammation bei Ratten.
- Die Studie zeigte, dass Extrakte und Nanomaterialien, die aus den Blättern von Erythrina caffra synthetisiert wurden, potentielle antivirale Eigenschaften gegen SARS-CoV-2 aufweisen.
Frequently asked questions
What is Coral trees?
Coral trees (Erythrina) 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 Coral trees?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Coral trees; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Diese Studie bestimmt die Pharmakokinetik und Ausscheidung von Hypaphorin aus Erythrina velutina bei Ratten nach intravenöser und oralen Verabreichung.
How strong is the evidence for Coral trees?
The strongest finding for Coral trees carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Coral trees safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Coral trees in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Coral trees interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Coral trees in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Coral trees?
Coral trees is also known as: Эритрина, Érythrine.
Is Coral trees 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 Ethnomedicinal Practices of the Fabaceae Family in Tanzania: A Systematic Review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green Synthesis of Graphene Quantum Dots (GQDs) and Carbon Dots (CDs) Mediated with Erythrina caffra for Potential Antiviral Properties Against SARS-CoV-2. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pharmacokinetic, Bioavailability, and Excretion Study of Hypaphorine Following Intragastric and Intravenous Administration in Rats Using Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Erythrina caffra extract restores memory, modulates cholinergic dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and attenuates oxidative stress in cadmium-induced alzheimer's disease-like pathology in rats. literature abstract metadata