Spiderlily

Hymenocallis

Hymenocallis is a genus of flowering plants commonly known as spider lilies, native to tropical and subtropical regions. Traditionally, there are no documented uses for Hymenocallis in any medicinal practices. Scientific studies have identified 12 new flavan alkaloids from the bulbs of Hymenocallis littoralis, some exhibiting significant anti-inflammatory activity, though more research is needed to confirm these findings. Additionally, a compound from this plant showed quorum sensing inhibitory activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The genus has also been associated with leaf spot disease in mangoes and plays a role in water purification through its root components. Notably, there are no recorded major safety issues or drug interactions related to Hymenocallis.

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Beste Evidenz
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Warnhinweise

Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.

Was die Wissenschaft sagt

  • Die Studie erkannte 12 neue Flavanon-Alkaloidien in den Knollen von Hymenocallis littoralis auf, einige zeigten eine signifikante entzündungshemmende Aktivität. D PMID
  • Der Komplex 4, ein neuer Flavan aus Hymenocallis littoralis, zeigt eine Quorum-Sensing-Inhibitoren-Aktivität gegen Pseudomonas aeruginosa. D PMID
  • Die Studie erkannte Phyllosticta capitalensis als den Ursachenkatalysator für Blattfleckkrankheit an Mango in Guangxi, China. D PMID
  • Die bakterielle Zusammensetzung und die Abundanz wechselten zwischen verschiedenen Wurzelkomponenten und den Jahreszeiten, beeinflussten die Wasserreinigungsleistung in künstlichen Sümpfen mit Hymenocallis littoralis. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Spiderlily?

Spiderlily (Hymenocallis) 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 Spiderlily?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Spiderlily; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Die Studie erkannte 12 neue Flavanon-Alkaloidien in den Knollen von Hymenocallis littoralis auf, einige zeigten eine signifikante entzündungshemmende Aktivität.

How strong is the evidence for Spiderlily?

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

Is Spiderlily safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Spiderlily interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Spiderlily?

Spiderlily is also known as: Гименокаллис, Hyménocalle, Hymenocallis.

Is Spiderlily 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

  1. T2 Functionality of bacterial communities in constructed wetlands used for water purification: influence of root components and seasonality. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Leaf spot disease caused by Phyllosticta capitalensis on mango in Guangxi, China. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Discovery of flavonoids with quorum sensing inhibitory activity from Hymenocallis littoralis. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Anti-inflammatory flavan alkaloids from the bulbs of Hymenocallis littoralis (Jacq.) Salisb. literature abstract metadata